2002-03 Memphis Tigers basketball — schedule and results
The 2002-03 Memphis Tigers went 23-7 (13-3 in the CUSA) under head coach John Calipari. The team peaked at #16 in the AP poll. Simple Rating System: 13.23.
Hoopsipedia's log holds 30 games from this season: 14–2 at home, 7–4 on the road, and 2–1 on neutral courts. The Tigers scored 74.4 points per game and allowed 66.4 (+8.0 per game). Their longest winning streak ran 12 games, from Feb 1, 2003 to Mar 13, 2003. The most lopsided win was 78–54 over Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions on Nov 25, 2002; the heaviest defeat was 84–67 at Southern Miss Golden Eagles on Jan 11, 2003. The tightest finish was a 1-point loss against Austin Peay Governors (80–81, overtime). 1 game went to overtime.
Among Memphis Tigers' 72 recorded seasons, 2002-03's .767 winning percentage ranks 16th. Previous season: 2001-02 Tigers (27–9). Next season: 2003-04 Tigers (22–8).
Game-by-game results (30 games)
Game recaps
2003-01-02: Behind Billy Richmond's 16 points, Memphis defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 72–67. Michael Jones had 18 for Arkansas Razorbacks.
2003-02-08: Behind GRICE, John's 20 points, Memphis pulled away from TCU Horned Frogs 84–69. MERRIEX, Bingo had 16 for TCU Horned Frogs.
2003-02-26: Behind MASSIE, Chris's 24 points, Memphis rolled past TCU Horned Frogs 88–64. SANTEE, Corey had 14 for TCU Horned Frogs.
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