Memphis’s 6-8 forward found his groove in 2025-26
In the 2025-26 season, Ashton Hardaway gave Memphis a useful two-way wing look, averaging 5.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 25 games while starting nine, a clear step up from his 2023-24 freshman line of 2.3 points and 0.8 rebounds. His appeal is the modern-forward toolkit: 6-8 size, perimeter shooting touch, improved rebounding, and enough defensive activity to create steals and blocks in spurts. He’s a fit for teams wanting a stretch forward who can handle a role, not monopolize possessions. The catch: he’s still more complementary piece than featured star, and his 2026 transfer to Coastal Carolina suggests a search for a bigger on-court runway.
