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Larry Brown taking medical leave of absence from Memphis basketball staff


, the legendary basketball coach who has won NCAA and NBA titles, is taking a leave of absence from his role as special adviser to Memphis coach Penny Hardaway because of a "minor medical issue." The school announced Brown's move Sunday, saying he hopes to return soon. "We wish him all the best and respect his privacy at this time." (Associated Press)

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Larry Brown taking medical leave of absence from Memphis basketball staff