The Tennessee basketball team took advantage of good timing on Wednesday as they arrived in Indianapolis for the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16. The Vols attended a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers to watch former Tennessee star Dalton Knecht. Knecht, who led Tennessee to the Elite Eight last season, was selected as the 17th overall pick in the NBA Draft by the Lakers last June.
Tennessee, the No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region, is set to face off against No. 3 Kentucky in the Sweet 16 on Friday at Lucas Oil Stadium. Knecht, now a rookie with the Lakers, is averaging 9.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game in his first season in the NBA. Despite being traded to the Charlotte Hornets in a deal that was eventually rescinded, Knecht has been making a strong impression on the court.
During his time with the Vols, Knecht set records for scoring in an NCAA Tournament game and matching the program record for 3-pointers made in a single game. As Tennessee prepares to face off against Kentucky, coach Rick Barnes emphasizes the importance of staying focused and being prepared to play at this crucial stage of the tournament.
The Vols will be looking to avenge their regular-season losses to Kentucky as they aim to advance to the Elite Eight with a potential matchup against either Houston or Purdue. With the support of their former standout player and a strong roster, Tennessee is gearing up for an exciting and challenging game against their rival.
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