While UK looked like the heavy favorite for James Wiseman early on, it’s becoming clear that Memphis is a real threat for him.
That’s thanks in large part to Penny Hardaway becoming the Tigers’ head coach. If you recall, Wiseman transferred from Ensworth High School in Tennessee to play for Hardaway at Memphis East in 2017, where they would capture a state title.
Following the championship, Hardway was named head coach of the Memphis Tigers, and now, they’ve become a legitimate challenger for Wiseman.
UK head coach John Calipari met with Wiseman on Monday, which by all accounts went very well.