In the latest Ken Pomeroy college basketball ratings, Tennessee ranked 10th in Division I, and stayed at 13 in the AP Top 25 this week. The Volunteers average 80.1 points per game, ranking them 55th overall and 62nd in DI. Our free picks are usually made well in advance of the game, but we recommend calling a toll-free hotline before the game to double-check the accuracy of our picks.
In the last meeting, the Red Raiders beat the Mountaineers 74-71, and while they’ve struggled to get to the free throw line, Tennessee has become more consistent and efficient from three. Meanwhile, Texas Tech has consistently been in foul trouble, and they haven’t been able to compete against high-caliber teams. However, the Volunteers’ recent streak of success means that they should be able to pull off a low-scoring win on the road.
Despite their high-scoring offense, Tennessee has struggled on the glass this season. They’re only shooting 54% from three-point range, and they’re giving up easy second-chance looks. With a good defensive rebounding percentage and great depth throughout the lineup, the Volunteers should be able to handle their opponents’ strong defense. And while the Vols are not the most accurate in the hoop, they’ve had good shooting at the free-throw line this year.
Regardless of which team you think will win, a number of factors determine the outcome of this game. While Texas Tech has a great offense and a tough defense, they’ve struggled to get to the free-throw line this season. The Vols’ defensive rebounding numbers are impressive, and their offense is very strong, but they have not been able to match up to the best teams in the country.
Both teams have had great starts to the season. Tennessee has beaten Colorado and North Carolina. But Texas Tech hasn’t beaten a solid program yet. In contrast, Tennessee has played better against higher-scoring opponents than Texas, and the Bobcats have a very balanced offensive attack. They’re a bit short on free throw shooting, but they’re also good on defense.
Tennessee has struggled on the boards this season, and while their defense has been improved, their defense has been a problem for them this season. They’ve shot just 16.3 percent from the free-throw line, and have struggled to rebound well. Therefore, a Texas Tech victory will be a shocker, but it should be a close call.
While both teams have had strong starts to the season, Tennessee’s win over Colorado are the biggest marquee wins. Despite their respective weaknesses, the Volunteers have the best defense in the nation. The game isn’t expected to be a shootout, but if Tennessee has one of its best shooting games, the Titans will win by a few points.
Despite being ranked third in the country, Tennessee has struggled on the glass this season. In addition to that, the Volunteers haven’t faced Tennessee this season. The Titans are shooting just 54.6 percent from 3-point range this year, but they tend to force turnovers at a rate of 16.4 percent. They also have a better free-throw defense, and they’ve shot just slightly better than Tennessee this season.
Tennessee has been one of the best teams in the country this season, but the defending champs are not. They have a solid defense, but they haven’t had much luck against teams that aren’t as talented as them. The two teams have a similar style, but each team has unique strengths and weaknesses. The difference is in the rims. Neither team has shown consistency in their offense. The other is a little more sloppy on the offensive side.
Despite a weaker defense, the Volunteers have some good qualities. They have five players averaging double digits, and they are highly efficient from beyond the arc. They also allow their opponents to shoot 38.6% from the field. The Tennessee Volunteers have been mediocre on the defensive glass this season, and they have a very poor defense. As a result, this year they are one of the most underrated teams in the league.
