Memphis’ James Wiseman cleared to compete January 12

Posted Nov 20, 2019
James Wiseman, a freshman on the University of Memphis men’s basketball team, must sit 11 additional games (12 total) based on recruiting inducements his family received before he enrolled at Memphis and for competing in three games while ineligible. He will be eligible to compete on January 12. He also must donate $11,500 to a charity of his choice. (NCAA.org)

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