Jaren Jackson Jr. is set to stay with the Memphis Grizzlies for a long time. He and the team are close to finalizing a big contract. This deal is worth $240 million over five years. It includes an option for Jackson to leave in the final year. The contract adds four more years to his current deal. Jackson is a key player for the Grizzlies. He is one of the best big ...
Frederick W. Smith, the man who started FedEx, has passed away at the age of 80. He was born in Mississippi but made his mark on Memphis, Tennessee. Smith's journey began at Yale University, where he had an idea for overnight delivery. His professor wasn't impressed, but Smith saw potential. He founded FedEx in 1971, and it started operating in 1973. FedEx faced...
A former ESPN personality, Jason Fitz, has been vocal about his criticism of Stephen A. Smith's recent comments about Memphis. Smith, known for his outspoken views on "First Take, " recently discussed the safety concerns of some NBA players in Memphis. He mentioned that players like Jimmy Butler feel uneasy in the city and urged local authorities to address these iss...
Three former Memphis police officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, were cleared of all charges in the death of Tyre Nichols. The jury did not find them guilty of second-degree murder or any of the other six counts they faced. This verdict came after a state trial that focused on their involvement in the fatal beating of Nichols, a 29-year-old ...
The internet is buzzing with news about a shooting in Memphis. People are talking about Houston rappers Sauce Walka and Sayso P being involved. The incident happened outside a hotel downtown on a Saturday night. A video from the scene shows a lot of police activity, but nothing has been officially confirmed yet. It is important to note that the internet can be a pla...
FedEx's CEO, Raj Subramaniam, had a chat with Wayfair's co-founder, Niraj Shah. They talked about how global trade is always changing. They didn't get into politics, but they did talk about how FedEx has a big advantage in this changing world. FedEx has a huge network that spans the globe. This means they know a lot about moving goods from one country to ano...
Marcus Smart's fashion choices always make a statement. On his return to Boston, he rocked a blend of Memphis blues and Grizzlies green. Switching from a Louis Vuitton suit to a Grizzlies uniform, Smart showed off his unique style. Before the game, he donned a dark lime hoodie with PUMA printed on the front, bundling up for the chilly Boston weather. He even wore a P...
Last season, the Memphis Grizzlies had a rough start with a record of 3-13 by Thanksgiving. It's like they were taking an extended nap! But now, they’re back and ready to shake up the Western Conference. In the past two seasons before 2023-24, Memphis was on the rise with 107 wins under their belt. Ja Morant is gearing up for his age-25 season. He's aiming to do bet...
Desmond Mills Jr., a former Memphis police officer, stood in the courtroom, overcome with emotion as he relived the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols. The 29-year-old Nichols, a father of a young son, died three days after the incident, which was caught on police cameras. Mills' testimonial was a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of excessive force. Mil...
The college football season is heating up, and CBS Sports Network is bringing the action to you with a thrilling tripleheader on Saturday. The day kicks off with Army taking on Rice, followed by Memphis facing off against Navy, and wrapping up with FAU battling UConn. Each game promises to deliver exciting matchups and storylines, and we've got you covered with all t...