Julius Thedford - College Basketball News & Rumors

Returning to Memphis Thedford plans to return to Memphis for the 2026-27 season, per Jason Munz of CommercialAppeal.com.

Impact It's a positive sign for Penny Hardaway's squad heading into next season as Thedford appears set to return for his second season in Memphis. The 6-foot-4 sophomore appeared in 27 games for the Tigers this season, averaging 8.4 points and five rebounds per game after transferring in from Western Kentucky in the off-season. As he started 17 games for Memphis this past season, Thedford is expected to be a major contributor for the team next year.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Brumbaugh's 35 lead Tulane over Memphis in American Athletic Conference Tournament 81-69

The No. 9 seed Tulane Green Wave defeated the eighth-seeded Memphis Tigers 81-69 in the American Athletic Conference Tournament led by Rowan Brumbaugh's 35 points

MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Scores 13 off bench Thedford (calf) registered 13 points (4-4 FG, 5-8 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals in 15 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 81-69 loss to Tulane.

Impact Thedford came off the bench after starting the previous 12 games. He scored well in limited minutes. The 6-4 sophomore started 17 games for the Tigers and averaged 8.2 points on 47.7 percent from the field and 5.0 rebounds. He could be a starter for the Tigers if he stays in Memphis.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Tulane Thedford (calf) is available against Tulane on Wednesday, per Roman Cleary of Bluff City Media.

Impact Thedford got banged up in the thrilling March 8 overtime win at Tulane, but he'll be available for the rematch just three days later. The sophomore guard averages 8.2 points and 5.0 rebounds.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis Tigers take on the Tulane Green Wave in AAC Tournament

The Memphis Tigers and Tulane Green Wave meet in the AAC Tournament

MARCH 10 • Associated Press

Injured Sunday Thedford (calf) left Sunday's 96-95 overtime win over Tulane due to an injury, Roman Cleary of Bluff City Media reports.

Impact Thedford suffered an injury in the first half of Sunday's contest, and he was later seen with a brace around his right calf. He did not play in the second half or overtime, finishing the contest with four points and two rebounds across 12 minutes. With the AAC Tournament starting on Wednesday this injury comes at a bad time for Thedford and the Tigers, but the severity of the injury is still unknown.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tulane hosts McDaniel and Memphis

Memphis visits the Tulane Green Wave after Dug McDaniel scored 25 points in the Tigers' 96-89 loss to the South Florida Bulls

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Riley has 31 points, 12 rebounds as East Carolina defeats Memphis 84-68

The East Carolina Pirates defeated the Memphis Tigers 84-68 led by Jordan Riley's 31 points and 12 rebounds

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Memphis hosts Wichita State following Giles' 27-point game

Wichita State faces the Memphis Tigers after Kenyon Giles scored 27 points in the Shockers' 69-57 victory against the Temple Owls

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Chance Westry scores 23 and UAB earns 78-67 win against Memphis

Led by Chance Westry's 23 points, the UAB Blazers defeated the Memphis Tigers 78-67

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Enis scores 20 as South Florida knocks off Memphis 87-66

Led by Wes Enis' 20 points, the South Florida Bulls defeated the Memphis Tigers 87-66 on Thursday

FEBRUARY 20 • Associated Press

Scores team-high 13 Thedford registered 13 points (4-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Thursday's 87-66 loss to South Florida.

Impact The American Conference torch may have been passed Thursday. Memphis is 3.5 games behind South Florida with four games remaining. Thedford has scored in double digits in four of his last six games, but never more than 13 points. The 6-4 sophomore has averaged 10.8 points and 5.2 rebounds over that span. The Tigers host UAB on Sunday. Thedford had six points and five rebounds in the Feb. 5 loss against the Blazers.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Stevenson scores 16, North Texas takes down Memphis 76-69

Led by Je'Shawn Stevenson's 16 points, the North Texas Mean Green defeated the Memphis Tigers 76-69 on Thursday

FEBRUARY 13 • Associated Press

Memphis visits North Texas after Franklin's 21-point performance

North Texas hosts the Memphis Tigers after Cole Franklin scored 21 points in North Texas' 81-58 victory over the UTSA Roadrunners

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Bradshaw's 16 lead Memphis past Charlotte 77-54

Aaron Bradshaw scored 16 points, Julius Thedford had 11 points and 11 rebounds and three steals, and the Memphis Tigers defeated the Charlotte 49ers 77-54

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Brumbaugh's layup in the closing seconds helps Tulane beat Memphis 78-76, snap 5-game skid

Rowan Brumbaugh made the go-ahead layup with with seven seconds left and finished with 27 points to help Tulane beat Memphis 78-76 and snap a five-game skid

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Returns with nine points Thedford (kneecap) logged nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes during Wednesday's 83-66 loss to Tulsa.

Impact Thedford missed the previous two games. The 6-4 sophomore has started five games, but came off the bench in the loss to Tulsa. He has not scored in double digits since Dec. 3, but has only played six of the 11 games since then. Thedford will get another chance on Saturday against Wichita State.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go at Tulsa Thedford (kneecap) is available at Tulsa on Wednesday, per Parth Upadhyaya of DailyMemphian.com.

Impact Thedford had missed the last two games for Memphis, but he's set to return Wednesday against the Golden Hurricane. The sophomore guard averages 7.8 points and 5.2 rebounds this season.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Question mark Wednesday Thedford (kneecap) is officially listed as questionable for Memphis' clash with Florida Atlantic.

Impact Thedford was reportedly expected to return for the Florida Atlantic game, and while he hasn't been officially cleared yet, the fact that he's questionable means that possibility is still on the table. The sophomore guard has missed two straight games, but he has a great shot to take the court Wednesday night.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return by FAU game Thedford (kneecap) is expected to return Tuesday against Florida Atlantic according to head coach Penny Hardaway, per Jason Munz of CommercialAppeal.com.

Impact Thedford has missed two straight games, and based on Hardaway's comments, it appears as if he's primed to miss at least two more games. The guard, who's moonlighted in the starting five in recent games, averages 7.8 points and 5.2 rebounds.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Green leads Tulsa against Memphis after 26-point showing

Tulsa hosts the Memphis Tigers after David Green scored 26 points in Tulsa's 99-77 win against the UAB Blazers

JANUARY 20 • Associated Press

Remains out Sunday Thedford (kneecap) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against UTSA, per Roman Cleary of Bluff City Media.

Impact Theford will be sidelined for the second game in a row and fifth total time this season. The 6-foot-4 guard is averaging 7.8 points, 5,2 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 12 outings and will look to make his return during Wednesday's matchup against Tulsa.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play on Sunday Thedford (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's match against UTSA.

Impact The 6-4 sophomore sat out the Wednesday win over Temple. In his previous five games, he had averaged 6.2 points and 5.2 rebounds. Thedford started five games earlier in the season, but the hometown product will likely come off the bench if he plays against the Roadrunners.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Thedford (ankle) is listed out for Wednesday's game against Temple.

Impact Thedford suffered an ankle injury during the team's last contest that will force him to sit out this matchup. The sophomore guard will aim to be back for Sunday's meeting with UTSA.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Thedford (ankle) exited Sunday's game in the second half due to a right ankle injury, per Jason Munz of CommercialAppeal.com.

Impact Thedford left the game in the second half after suffering the injury and was unable to return. The 6-foot-4 sophomore had scored eight points and grabbed three rebounds prior to the injury. The details and severity of the issue are currently unknown, but Thedford's next chance to return will come against Temple on Wednesday.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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