The college basketball standings are heating up, and there are some great NCAA basketball games today, and that includes an interesting matchup in the SEC. The Vanderbilt Commodores are hosting the Tennessee Volunteers, and people tend to forget just how big this rivalry is.
The Vanderbilt Commodores standings show that they are at the bottom of the SEC once again. But they will be looking to play the role of spoiler. This is a game on the NCAAB schedule at the Tennessee Volunteers can’t afford to lose. But it’s not going to be easy.
Here is a preview of both teams that will help you make a Tennessee vs Vanderbilt prediction.
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Matchup Information
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores
Location: Memorial Gymnasium, Nashville, TN
Date and Time: Wednesday, February 8th, 7:00 PM EST
How to Watch: SEC Network
Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt Odds
Knowing the NCAAB odds is also important when making a Tennessee vs Vanderbilt prediction, and you will see that there is a big spread in this game. The over/under is set at 134.5 total points, and that’s a number that is right around average when it comes to this sport.
Tennessee Volunteers
Moneyline: -480
Spread: -9.5
Over/Under: Over 134.5
Vanderbilt Commodores
Moneyline: +360
Spread: +9.5
Over/Under: Under 134.5
Recent Scores for Last Game
If you are going to make a Tennessee vs Vanderbilt prediction, then you need to be looking at how each team has been playing of late. Looking at the Tennessee Volunteers schedule, Tennessee comes into this game having won four of their last five games, an impressive 19-4 on the year.
Vanderbilt has gone just 11-12 on the season, but they did pick up a win in their most recent game. The Commodores have been more competitive this season in the SEC, but they still have a ways to go.
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Analysis
The odds to win March Madness for the Tennessee Volunteers continue to improve. They are up to number six in the most recent AP poll. Tennessee has some of the best college basketball players in the country. But they also have a style of play that works out well for them.
The Volunteers are averaging 72 points per game this season, and Santiago Vescovi is leading the way with 11.9 points per night. Tennessee might not have a great scoring option on this team, but they have a roster that is filled with players that can win.
Vanderbilt has been a good offensive team this season, as they are scoring over 70 points per game. The problem has been that the Commodores are allowing over 72 points per game. That’s going to be an issue against a Tennessee team that can score points in a hurry.
Forward Liam Robbins is having a big year for Vanderbilt as he leads the team with 13.3 points. He is going to need some help in this game. Vanderbilt does not want to get into an up-and-down game with Tennessee, but finding enough defense to slow things down can be a challenge.
The college basketball injury report looks pretty clear for the Volunteers, but the same can’t be said for Vanderbilt. The Commodores will be without both Jordan Wright and Lee Dort, and those injuries could impact how this game is played out as well.
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Betting Pick and Prediction
These two NCAA basketball teams don’t like each other. That’s something to keep in mind when you are making your picks for this game. Vanderbilt will be trying to play the role of spoiler in this one, but eventually, they just won’t have enough talent.
There are two NCAAB picks you to need to make for this game, and you should be looking at the spread and the over/under. Taking the Volunteers to cover the 9.5-point spread is the first bet to make, and you should also look at betting the over.
Pick 1: Tennessee Volunteers -9.5 (-110)
Pick 2: Over 134.5
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