Basketball (Pearl, Tigers, Grizzlies), Hogs Coming To Town, Patio Season

It's official, Tennessee-Knoxville has fired head basketball coach Bruce Pearl. This was an easy decision, but also difficult for Vols fans. Pearl had to be fired for the violations he committed. Without him, the program should go back to being an average club. What should happen next? Athletic director Mike Hamilton should step down or be fired for the Pearl situation and the hiring and departure of Lane Kiffin.

The Tigers wrapped up their season on Friday with a loss to the Arizona Wildcats in the second round of the NCAA tournament. Everyone seems to be jumping on the refs for the lack of a call, but several media sources at the game and the replays pretty much show that it was a clean block. Memphis should be improved next season, but that will only come if Joe Jackson picks up his game and shows more consistent play.

The Grizzlies are in action tonight at FedEx Forum against the Utah Jazz. The Grizzlies are in a fight to for the last playoff spot, with Utah right on their tails. This should be a great game and fans need to show up and be loud. If you haven't been to a game yet, you are definitely missing a great team to watch.

Weather this week should be perfect for Wednesday nights University of Memphis baseball game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at AutoZone Park. The Razorbacks have a strong club this season and Memphis has a decent club as well. Should be great weather and a great game.

Speaking of weather, the recent warm front has officially opened patio season at local restaurants and bars. Patios were festive yesterday for the first warm weather Sunday Funday of season.  Still trying to figure out where the best patio fun is. Bayou, Bhan Thai, Boscos, Brookhaven, Celtic Crossing, Flying Saucer and Majestic are always strong. Where else can you find good patio fun?