MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Tigers held on to their lead, making clutch free throws down the stretch to claim a 53-48 victory over the Samford Bulldogs Sunday afternoon. Memphis improves to 3-6 on the year.
Led by Taylor Barnes' 15 points, including shooting 7-for-9 from the free throw line, Memphis held off the Bulldogs' comeback efforts. Three Tigers scored in double-figures as Jamirah Shutes added 11 and Jada Stinson scored a season-high 10 points.
"I think there's something to be said for having to work hard for wins, and having to squeak one out.