Memphis assistant reportedly may become Tennessee State head coach

Memphis assistant reportedly may become Tennessee State head coach

Tigers coach Penny Hardaway may have to replace an assistant coach on his staff yet again.

Former Duke Star Expected to Land First Head Coaching Gig

News broke that Nolan Smith is likely landing the Tennessee State Head Coach spot for his first lead role. This comes from Jon Rothstein. Smith had a great playing career at Duke and has been slowly climbing the coaching ranks at some high major programs. Now, he looks for a head role. Nolan Smith Likely to be Named Next Head Coach at Tennessee State Playing Career Nolan Smith played in 143 games for the Duke Blue Devils from 2007-2011 and cappe…

Penny Hardaway assistant, Duke legend in talks to be next Tennessee State coach

Following the departure of their former head coach, the Tennessee State men’s basketball program is expected to hire former NCAA champion Nolan Smith as his successor. According to a report from CBS College Basketball Insider Jon Rothstein, the deal is not official as both sides are still working out the terms of the agreement. A finalized deal would make Smith the 19th head coach in the history of Tennessee State men’s basketball program. Enter…

REPORT: Memphis Assistant Nolan Smith finalizing deal to become next Head Basketball Coach at Tennessee State

According to a Jon Rothstein report, Memphis assistant Nolan Smith is “finalizing” a deal to become the next head coach at Tennessee State. Sources: Memphis’ Nolan Smith is finalizing a deal to be the next head coach at Tennessee State.Nothing is officially done, but the two sides are working towards an agreement.— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) July 15, 2025 Smith joined the Memphis men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach in September 2024…