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Nate Ament, a highly-rated five-star freshman at Tennessee, is projected to be a top-five pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, making him one of the highest-ranked recruits to commit to Tennessee and potentially the highest draft pick for the school since 1968.
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.
Tennessee basketball player Santiago Vescovi is battling the flu but hopes to play in the Elite 8 game against Purdue, with coach Rick Barnes expecting him to be ready. Vescovi, who missed the previous game due to illness, has been a key player for the team and is known for his scoring and all-around contributions to the program.
Tennessee basketball is set to face Creighton in the Sweet 16, with predictions from RTI's Ric Butler and Ryan Schumpert. Butler emphasizes Tennessee's depth and physicality as key factors, highlighting the need to avoid turnovers and the challenge posed by Creighton's offense. He predicts a 73-69 win for Tennessee. Schumpert sees the game as a tough matchup but believes in Tennessee's ability to handle Creighton's defense and exploit their depth advantage, predicting a narrow 71-70 victory for the Vols.
Tennessee basketball's Dalton Knecht's clutch free throws, inspired by a lesson from coach Rick Barnes, helped the team secure a 62-58 win against Texas and advance to the Sweet 16 in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. Barnes' wisdom on the size of a basketball hoop and guidance on free-throw technique proved crucial as Knecht, who had been struggling with free throws, confidently sank four crucial shots in the final 10 seconds. Knecht's performance showcased his resilience and the impact of Barnes' coaching, propelling Tennessee to the next round of March Madness.
Tennessee basketball is set to face Texas in the Round of 32 of the NCAA Tournament, with both teams aiming to return to the Sweet 16. Analysts predict a close game, with Tennessee favored to win due to their strong defense and balanced offensive performance in the previous game. The familiarity between the two teams and the connections between the coaches add an intriguing storyline to the matchup.
During the NCAA tournament, a Tennessee basketball player accidentally broke the bracket board in the locker room after their win against Saint Peter's. The player, Colin Coyne, mistook the board for a bulletin board and applied too much force when placing the team's name placard on it. Despite this mishap, Tennessee dominated the game and will face Texas for a spot in the Sweet 16. The team focused on being more aggressive and physical after a recent loss, and their efforts paid off in the first game of the tournament.
Tennessee basketball's Zakai Zeigler will face his half-brother Armoni Zeigler, a freshman guard at Saint Peter’s, in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The matchup will be a family affair as the two brothers, both guards with different playing styles, prepare to compete against each other. Zakai, coming off a strong season, will have extra motivation as he faces his brother and looks to make an impact in the tournament.
Tennessee's NCAA Tournament first round matchup against Saint Peter’s is set to tip off at 9:20 p.m. ET on Thursday, with TNT broadcasting the game. The Vols, as the top two-seed in the Midwest Region, will face Saint Peter’s, a team returning to the tournament after their upset in 2022. If Tennessee advances, they could potentially face Texas, Colorado State, or Virginia in the Round of 32.
Tennessee basketball, led by coach Rick Barnes, has earned a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will face St. Peter's in the opening game. This marks the fifth top-four seed in five NCAA Tournament appearances under Barnes. The team's strong performance in the regular season, including standout road wins and home victories, contributed to their high seeding. Tennessee has a history of reaching the Sweet 16 but has yet to make it to a Final Four in its 26 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Tennessee basketball suffered a 73-56 loss to Mississippi State in the SEC Tournament Quarterfinals, prompting coach Rick Barnes to discuss the team's poor start, defensive lapses, and offensive struggles. Barnes expressed concern about the team's mindset and emphasized the need to regroup ahead of the NCAA Tournament, acknowledging the importance of fixing their issues and maintaining a desperate mindset for postseason success.
Tennessee basketball clinched the SEC regular season title with a win at South Carolina and celebrated by trolling former coach Bruce Pearl on social media, referencing his previous comments about voting for the best player on the best team for SEC Player of the Year.
Following Tennessee basketball's win over South Carolina, ESPN moved them up to a one-seed, with their improved resume putting them in contention for the final one-seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Vols' victory avenged their lone home loss and clinched the SEC Regular Season Championship for the first time since 2008. With a better stretch of schedule, conference win, and fewer losses against lower-ranked opponents than Arizona, Tennessee is in a strong position to secure the final one-seed, with their upcoming game against Kentucky likely to solidify their position.
Tennessee basketball clinched the SEC regular season championship and celebrated by trolling on social media, referencing a potential five-way tie and Auburn coach Bruce Pearl's comments. The Vols' official account posted pictures of the locker room celebration and coach Rick Barnes, and jokingly endorsed Dalton Knecht for SEC Player of the Year after Pearl's remarks.
Tennessee basketball secured the SEC regular-season title with a 66-59 victory over South Carolina, marking the program's second outright SEC championship in history. Dalton Knecht led the charge with 26 points, supported by strong performances from Jonas Aidoo and Zakai Zeigler. The win also secured Tennessee the No. 1 seed for the upcoming SEC Tournament, with a double-bye.