Memphis Tigers basketball release Felipe Patino from contract
As of June 11, 2025, there is no publicly available information indicating that the Memphis Tigers men’s basketball team has released Felipe Patino from his contract. In fact, Patino was added to the team as a junior college transfer from Eastern Florida State College for the 2025–26 season. He committed to Memphis in December 2024, bringing with him impressive statistics from his time at Eastern Florida, where he averaged 11.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game, shooting 51.1% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc .(bluffcitymedia.co, bvmsports.com)
Patino’s addition was part of a broader effort by head coach Penny Hardaway to strengthen the Tigers’ roster, which also included transfers like Baraka Okojie from George Mason, Tyrese Hunter from Texas, and Moussa Cisse from Ole Miss . These moves were aimed at enhancing the team’s competitiveness in the American Athletic Conference (AAC) and beyond.(actionnews5.com)
Given that Patino was expected to join the team for the 2025–26 season, any developments regarding his status would likely be announced through official channels such as the University of Memphis Athletics Department or reputable sports news outlets. As of now, there is no credible information to suggest that Patino has been released from his contract with the Tigers.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended to monitor official announcements from the University of Memphis or trusted sports news sources.
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