Lamonte Turner’s Return “A Long-Time Coming”
After missing a month of action, redshirt junior guard Lamonte Turner played on Saturday, and he and his teammates are excited for his return.
3 Observations: No. 3 Tennessee 96, Tennessee Tech 53
Here are our biggest observations from the Vols’ 96-53 win over Tennessee Tech to finsh up non-conference play before the SEC season begins.
Two Vols Listed as First Round Picks in Mock Draft
The Vols’ Grant Williams and Admiral Schofield are in the first round of the latest NBA mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman on Bleacher Report.
Wake Forest Win Shows Vols Can Win in Multiple Ways
The Vols’ win over Wake Forest on Saturday showed that Tennessee can win just about any type of game they’ll have to play this season.
Grant Williams Named to Oscar Robertson Trophy Watch List
Tennessee forward Grant Williams has been named to the Oscar Robertson Trophy midseson watch list for his brilliant start to this season.
3 Observations: No. 3 Tennessee 83, Samford 70
Here are our biggest takeaways from the No. 3 Vols’ 83-70 victory over Samford as Tennessee returned home for the first time in a few weeks.
Rick Barnes Thrilled for Admiral Schofield’s Big Day
Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes knew a day like Sunday would happen for Admiral Schofield because of all his hard work in the gym.
Vols’ Defense Looks Good on Paper, but They Aren’t Satisfied
The Vols’ defensive stats look good on paper, but starting forward Grant Williams and head coach Rick Barnes aren’t satisfied with UT’s defense this year.
Barnes “Needs More” from Jordan Bowden
Rick Barnes benched Jordan Bowden before Wednesday’s game in favor of Yves Pons, and Barnes wants to see more from his junior guard.
Rick Barnes: “We Were Too Emotional” Against Kansas
Rick Barnes said his team was “way too emotional” against No. 2 Kansas, and he might be making a change to the Vols’ starting lineup for Wednesday.