Black History Month Spotlight: Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway – Memphis’ Own Basketball Icon 🏀 Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway wasn’t just a player—he was a movement. Born and raised in Memphis, TN, Penny became one of the smoothest and most dynamic guards the game has ever seen. 🔥 Career Highlights: • 4× NBA All-Star • 3× All-NBA Selection • Olympic Gold Medalist (1996) • NBA Finals appearance with the Orlando Magic (1995) Penny’s unique blend of size, skill, and vision redefined the point guard position, paving the way for modern stars like LeBron James. But his impact didn’t stop on the court—he returned to Memphis to coach and mentor the next generation at The University of Memphis, continuing his legacy in his hometown. 👑 A Memphis legend. A basketball icon. A culture-shaper. #BlackHistoryMonth #PennyHardaway #MemphisLegend #OrlandoMagic #GoTigersGo