As expected, Antonio Anderson was named tournament MVP, joining Derrick Rose and CDR on the all-tourney team. When Anderson was announced as MVP, CDR slapped him on the back of the head in joy, knocking off his championship hat. The Tigers gathered near center court and locked arms for their celebration dance. Andre Allen climbed a ladder and cut down the net. The fans have been chanting “ONE MORE YEAR!” and it could be directed at Allen, Rose or CDR.

So, this tournament is over, but the more important one remains. Sunday afternoon, the Tigers will find out where they’re headed, although everyone in Memphis hopes and assumes it’ll be Little Rock. The adventure continues, hopefully all the way to San Antonio.

Stay tuned.  And thanks for following the games with The Memphis Edge.