J&J Show: Dr. Scott clarifies after Field of 68 Penny quotes

Penny Hardaway told the Field of 68 he contributed $2.6 million of his own money to help build Memphis’ 2026–27 basketball roster. J&J discussed this early on their show on 92.9. Later during their show J&J discussed Memphis Athletic Director Dr. Ed Scott's clarification from the Gary Parrish Show on Tuesday (10/13). Scott said, "Penny didn't write a check for his team. That would be illegal. Penny has been willing to step up in ways we need him to." Essentially it's Penny's responsiblity to pay back or "cover" the $2.6 Million it appears.

The Tigers’ total reported revenue-sharing budget is $9 million. Hardaway’s "contribution" represents roughly 29% of that amount.

Jason Smith and John Martin discussed it throughout their show on 92.9 FM ESPN. Prior to the Ed Scott interview with Gary Parrish clarification, J&J interviewed Field of 68's Rob Dauster about this issue. AUDIO:

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Later, here's J&J following Dr. Scott's comments on Tuesday (10/13) on the Gary Parrish Show on Grind City Media:

Memphis starts the 2026-27 season with a player introduction tonight at the Memphis Zoo at 6 p.m. Live coverage tomorrow on 92.9 FM ESPN.