Assistant basketball coach Nolan Smith leaving University of Memphis

Assistant basketball coach Nolan Smith leaving University of Memphis

Smith will leave Memphis after one season on coach Penny Hardaway’s coaching staff.

Former NBA Draft Pick takes job at Tennessee State

Tennessee State University has announced Nolan Smith as the new head coach of its men’s basketball team, bringing in a former NBA player, national champion at Duke University, and one of the most respected young minds in college basketball to the Nashville HBCU. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be named head coach at TSU,” Smith said. “I’m ready to pour my heart into our players every single day as we chase victories and represent both the univ…

OFFICIAL: Nolan Smith named Head Basketball Coach at Tennessee State

Tennessee State University has named Nolan Smith as its new head men’s basketball coach, bringing in a national champion, former NBA player, and one of the most respected young coaches in college basketball. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be named head coach at TSU,” Smith said. “First and foremost, I’m ready to give my heart and energy to our players every single day as we prepare to win and proudly represent the university and the state. I’…

HBCU names ex-Duke star Nolan Smith new men's basketball coach

Tennessee State has officially named Nolan Smith its new head men’s basketball coach. The Tigers will hand the reins to a former NCAA national champion, NBA veteran, and rising leader in the collegiate coaching ranks. Smith, who joins TSU after the 2024–25 season as an assistant coach at the University of Memphis under Penny Hardaway, brings high-level experience and infectious enthusiasm to the Tigers. In his announcement, Smith expressed heart…