Tennessee Basketball's First Ranked Matchup of the Season

Nov 22, 2024 at 11:30 PM
Tennessee basketball is all set to make its mark with its first ranked matchup of the season on Friday. The No. 9 Vols, boasting a remarkable 5-0 record, are set to face off against the No. 15 Baylor team, which enters the game with a 4-1 standing. This highly anticipated clash will take place in the title game of the Baha Mar Championship in Nassau, Bahamas.

Key Moments from the Previous Games

On Thursday, Tennessee showcased their dominance by beating Virginia with a convincing 64-42 score. Chaz Lanier had an outstanding performance, scoring a season-high 26 points on 10-for-23 shooting and 6-for-12 from beyond the arc. Igor Milicic Jr., who started his college career at Virginia, also contributed with 14 points and eight rebounds.

Meanwhile, Baylor had a thrilling encounter in their opener. They defeated St. John’s 99-98 in double overtime, with Jeremy Roach's 3-pointer sealing the victory. These previous games have set the stage for an exciting showdown between the two teams.

Darlinstone Dubar's Debut

Darlinstone Dubar made his long-awaited regular-season debut after missing the first four games of the season. In just 10 minutes of action, he managed to contribute four points and three rebounds, showing his potential and adding depth to the Tennessee team.

Live Streaming and Broadcast Details

Tennessee basketball vs Baylor will be live on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. The game will be aired on CBS Sports Network, with the TV channel being CBS Sports Network and the streaming option being Fubo. For those listening on the radio, the Vol Network will have the coverage. The game is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 22, 2024, in Nassau, Bahamas.

Injury Updates

Forward J.P. Estrella is sidelined for the Baha Mar Championship due to a left foot injury that had been bothering him during the offseason and kept him out against Austin Peay on Sunday. Guard Cam Carr is also out for four to six weeks with a left thumb injury sustained against Austin Peay. These injuries will test the depth of the Tennessee team as they prepare for the upcoming games.

Tennessee Basketball Schedule Next Five Games

The Tennessee Vols have an exciting schedule ahead. They will face UT Martin at 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 27 on SEC Network+. Then, on Dec. 3, they will take on Syracuse at 7 or 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN or ESPN2. In the Jimmy V Classic on Dec. 10, they will play against Miami in New York City at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. On Dec. 14, they will travel to Illinois and play at 5:30 p.m. ET on Fox. Finally, on Dec. 17, they will face Western Carolina at 7 p.m. ET on SEC Network+.

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