MEMPHIS, Tenn. – University of Memphis head men's basketball coach Tubby Smith has announced the signing of Mike Parks Jr., a 6-9, 270-pound center from Southwest Mississippi Community College, and joins the top-rated recruiting class in the American Athletic Conference per 247sports.com.
"When we first saw him play at Missouri State-West Plains, we knew he had the skill set we were looking for," said Memphis head coach Tubby Smith. "With him, we fill a need of size in interior play. He is an outstanding young man, and is team-oriented. I love his attitude, and he is a great fit for the program.