The Tennessee men’s basketball team clinched the SEC regular season title for the first time since 2007-08 after defeating South Carolina. They are now set to face Kentucky on Senior Day at Food City Center on Saturday. The game will be broadcasted on CBS, with Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, and Bill Raftery providing commentary. Fans can also listen on their local Vol Network affiliate with Bob Kesling and Bert Bertelkamp.
Tennessee’s win over South Carolina marked their 11th SEC regular season championship, with fifth-year guard Dalton Knecht leading the way with 26 points. This victory also marked coach Rick Barnes’ 100th win in SEC play. The team is now gearing up to take on Kentucky, with Tennessee boasting a strong record against their rivals in recent years.
Tennessee has been on a winning streak against top-ranked teams, including recent victories over Auburn, Alabama, and South Carolina. This success has solidified their position as one of the top teams in the country, along with teams like Arizona, Kansas, and Purdue.
The Volunteers are poised to continue their winning ways as they face Kentucky in what promises to be an exciting matchup between two top-ranked teams in the SEC. With strong performances from players like Dalton Knecht and Josiah-Jordan James, Tennessee is looking to secure another important win as they head into the postseason.
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