Ja’Kobi Gillespie Eyes Phoenix Suns Selection in NBA Draft
Projected to be chosen in the second round, Ja'Kobi Gillespie brings a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive intensity that could complement Devin Booker in Phoenix.
Jun 18, 2026
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Ja’Kobi Gillespie Eyes NBA Draft Spot with Phoenix Suns
Projected second‑round pick Ja'Kobi Gillespie brings a spark‑plug skill set to the Phoenix Suns, where he could complement Devin Booker.
Jun 18, 2026
Tennessee Basketball Rebuilds with Transfer Portal Talent Ahead of New Season
Tennessee’s roster overhaul features eight transfer additions and a renewed focus on offensive production.
Jun 17, 2026
NBA Draft 2026: Vols’ Prospects Eye Brooklyn as Teams Plot Moves
With the NBA draft set for June 23‑24 at Barclays Center, three University of Tennessee standouts are slated to hear their names called, while the Milwaukee Bucks contemplate a blockbuster move that could redefine their roster.
Jun 17, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers’ Stars Projected in NBA Draft
A look at how three Volunteers prospects are slated to be selected in the upcoming NBA Draft, their statistical backgrounds and the program’s draft history.
Jun 15, 2026
Former Tennessee Stars Projected in 2026 NBA Draft
Three Volunteers stand out in early 2026 NBA Draft forecasts, with Ament projected as a lottery pick and Gillespie and Okpara slated for the second round.
Jun 15, 2026
Dai Dai Ames Commits to Tennessee, Bringing Scoring Prowess to the Volunteers
21‑year‑old guard Dai Dai Ames, a Chicago native with a 1,500‑point high school career, has chosen the University of Tennessee for his senior season, citing the program’s winning tradition and Coach Rick Barnes. He joins a roster that already includes two other Chicago players, looking to add his scoring and toughness to a team preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft landscape.
Jun 11, 2026
Rick Barnes’ Tennessee Pipeline: NBA Draft Success Continues
Over the past decade, Tennessee under coach Rick Barnes has produced a steady stream of NBA draft picks, highlighted by top‑10 prospect Nate Ament and recent second‑round prospects Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Felix Okpara.
Jun 10, 2026
Tennessee Set to Host Florida State in Upcoming ACC-SEC Challenge Showdown
The Volunteers will welcome the Seminoles to Knoxville on December 1, seeking revenge for a 2019 loss while building on a recent surge of strong performances.
Jun 5, 2026
Tennessee Basketball Sets Up a Fresh Non‑Conference slate for the Coming Season
The Vols will host Florida State in the ACC‑SEC Challenge, restart home‑and‑home series with Michigan State and Purdue, and open the Players Era Festival against Maryland in Las Vegas. New coach Justin Gainey will test the team against North Carolina State, while recent memories of close battles with Syracuse linger.
Jun 5, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers Basketball Bolsters Roster Ahead of Barnes’ 12th Season
The University of Tennessee has announced a major overhaul of its men's basketball roster, adding a top‑ranked transfer class and high‑school prospects while retaining only two returning players, as the program looks to rebuild under head coach Rick Barnes for his twelfth season.
Jun 3, 2026
Tennessee Basketball Soars to No. 6 in Early Top 25 Rankings
The Vols climb into the top six of ESPN's Way‑Too‑Early Top 25, driven by key transfer portal acquisitions and a projected starting five that blends defensive tradition with new offensive firepower.
Jun 2, 2026
Nate Ament Slides to No. 9 in ESPN’s Top-100 Draft Rankings
A look at how Tennessee’s freshman standout Nate Ament fell to ninth in ESPN’s latest NBA Draft prospects ranking, his combine measurements, and the outlook for his fellow Volunteers prospects.
May 31, 2026
Tennessee’s 2026 NBA Draft Prospects Eye Late First Round and Beyond
Three Tennessee standouts — Ament, Gillespie and Okpara — are making waves at the NBA Combine, with Ament projected as a lottery pick and Gillespie and Okpara eyeing late second‑round slots.
May 29, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Takes the Helm of Tennessee Basketball’s Player Development
Tennessee announced the appointment of Chris Parker as assistant director of player development, filling the vacancy left by Riley Collins, while the program confronts a wave of departures and new additions through the transfer portal.
May 28, 2026
Tyler Tanner at a Crossroads: NBA Draft Prospect Weighs Return to Vanderbilt
A sophomore guard's mixed NBA Combine showing and strong collegiate stats have sparked a consensus among NBA executives: staying at Vanderbilt may be the smartest move.
May 27, 2026
Nate Ament Eyes Top‑10 NBA Draft Spot as Freshman Prepares for 2026 Prospects
Freshman forward Nate Ament, projected as a top‑10 pick, trains alongside top prospect AJ Dybantsa, whose mock‑draft rise adds intrigue to the 2026 NBA draft landscape.
May 23, 2026
Maryland Terrapins Prepare for Vegas Clash with Tennessee Volunteers
Maryland will meet Tennessee in the Players Era Festival, featuring new transfers, key players and a broadcast on ESPN.
May 23, 2026
Tennessee’s Transfer Overhaul Aims for First Final Four
Five incoming transfers averaged over 15 points per game last season, and Tyler Lundblade says the team's balance could finally break the Elite Eight barrier.
May 22, 2026
Maryland Basketball Set for Showdown with Tennessee in Las Vegas Tournament
Maryland will face Tennessee in the first round of the Players Era Tournament in Las Vegas on Nov. 24. The teams have a history of five meetings, with Tennessee holding a 3‑2 edge, including a 56‑53 win in Brooklyn in December 2022. Former Maryland player Ja’Kobi Gillespie and recruit Bishop Boswell add personal connections, while Maryland head coach Buzz Williams prepares his squad for potential matchups against San Diego State or Iowa State. The tournament semifinals are scheduled for Black Friday, with the finals on Nov. 28.
May 22, 2026
Maryland to Face Tennessee in Inaugural Players Era Championship
Maryland and Tennessee will meet in the first round of the 2026 Players Era Championships in Las Vegas, a 24‑team event that offers each participant over $1 million and a traditional bracket structure, with ESPN now holding broadcast rights.
May 21, 2026
Virginia Cavaliers Eye ACC Dominance and a Final Four Run by 2027
Virginia basketball aims to become a top contender in the ACC and NCAA tournaments by 2026‑2027, relying on defense, rebounding and shooting improvements.
May 21, 2026