Last Updated on April 21, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Looking for a complete list of Memphis NBA players? The Memphis Tigers program has long been a pipeline for elite talent, producing numerous stars and impactful role players, with many Memphis basketball NBA alumni succeeding at the highest level. From legends like Penny Hardaway to modern standouts such as Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., the presence of Tigers in the NBA continues to thrive across generations.

This is a comprehensive list of players who played for Memphis and appeared in at least one NBA regular-season game.


Full List of Memphis Tigers NBA Players

  • Larry Finch
  • Ronnie Robinson
  • Keith Lee
  • William Bedford
  • Elliot Perry
  • Anfernee Hardaway
  • Cedric Henderson
  • Chris Douglas-Roberts
  • Rodney Carney
  • Antonio Anderson (limited NBA appearances)
  • Tyreke Evans
  • Derrick Rose
  • Shawn Taggart (no NBA regular-season games)
  • Will Barton
  • Tarik Black
  • Shaq Goodwin (no NBA regular-season games)
  • Austin Nichols (no NBA regular-season games)
  • Dedric Lawson (no NBA regular-season games)
  • Jeremiah Martin (no NBA regular-season games)
  • Precious Achiuwa
  • James Wiseman

Notable Memphis Tigers in the NBA

  • Derrick Rose – MVP and one of the most explosive guards ever
  • Anfernee Hardaway – All-NBA guard and cultural icon
  • Tyreke Evans – Rookie of the Year
  • James Wiseman – High-upside modern big
  • Precious Achiuwa – Athletic forward with growing NBA role