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sports1 year ago

Tennessee Triumphs Over Baylor to Claim Baha Mar Championship

Tennessee's men's basketball team has risen to No. 9 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings after a decisive 77-62 victory over Baylor, led by Chaz Lanier's impressive 25-point first-half performance. Lanier, a transfer from North Florida, is following in the footsteps of former Tennessee standout Dalton Knecht, showcasing his shooting prowess by hitting 7 of 10 from beyond the arc. The win, along with Duke's upset over Arizona, caused significant shifts in the rankings, with Tennessee moving up and Creighton dropping out after a loss to Nebraska.

sports1 year ago

Tennessee Basketball Secures Elite Guard Chaz Lanier from North Florida

The Tennessee Volunteers have secured a commitment from North Florida guard Chaz Lanier, a Nashville native and first-team All-ASUN selection, who chose Tennessee over Kentucky and BYU. Lanier, who averaged 19.7 points and 4.8 rebounds per game last season, is expected to significantly boost Tennessee's chances of winning the SEC and making a deep tournament run. This move is a notable loss for Kentucky, which now looks to other prospects to fill their roster needs.

sports1 year ago

Chaz Lanier Transfers to Tennessee Basketball

Chaz Lanier, a standout senior guard from North Florida, has committed to transfer to Tennessee basketball over Kentucky and BYU after a breakout season where he averaged 19.7 points and shot 44.4% on 3-pointers. Lanier, a Nashville native, was highly sought after in the transfer portal and also participated in the NBA G League Elite Camp. He joins three other transfers as Tennessee looks to fill its remaining scholarships.

sports1 year ago

Tennessee Basketball Lands North Florida Guard Chaz Lanier

Former North Florida guard Chaz Lanier, a top player in the transfer portal, has committed to Tennessee, citing a desire to return to his home state and play under coach Rick Barnes. Lanier, who averaged 19.7 points per game last season, chose Tennessee over Kentucky and BYU. He will withdraw from the NBA draft to join a Tennessee team that recently won the SEC regular-season championship and reached the Elite Eight.