Rick Barnes Looks Ahead as Tennessee Basketball Embraces Summer Overhaul
Coach Rick Barnes discusses the progress of his team during summer practice, highlighting the development of new players and the team's overall performance.
Jun 25, 2026
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Rick Barnes on Tennessee’s Summer Evolution and Draft Impact
Coach Rick Barnes reflects on the team’s progress, highlighting NBA draft selections and the emergence of key players as the Volunteers gear up for a new season.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee Basketball’s Summer Practice Offers Glimpse of New Dynamics
The first media‑open summer practice revealed a work‑in‑progress roster, notable individual performances and the coaching staff’s early assessments.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee’s Finest Aim for NBA Glory in Draft Night
Two Tennessee-connected basketball stars, Ja'Kobi Gillespie and Felix Okpara, were selected in the NBA draft, marking a milestone for the region and sparking celebrations across their communities.
Jun 25, 2026
Miles Rubin to Anchor Tennessee Basketball Frontcourt
Miles Rubin is set to replace Felix Okpara as Tennessee's center, bringing a blend of size, vertical leap and a long‑standing partnership with teammate Dai Dai Ames. Coach Rick Barnes sees the new frontcourt as a chance to prove its depth and versatility.
Jun 25, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Joins San Antonio Spurs, Extending Tennessee’s Draft Legacy
Selected in the second round, Gillespie brings a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive versatility to the Spurs, joining a Volunteers lineage that has produced dozens of NBA players over the past two decades.
Jun 25, 2026
Felix Okpara Selected 46th Overall in 2026 NBA Draft
Felix Okpara was picked 46th overall by the Orlando Magic and traded to the Washington Wizards, joining a Tennessee draft class that made history with multiple selections in back‑to‑back years.
Jun 25, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Goes 42nd Overall as Spurs Draft Tennessee Guard
In Brooklyn, the NBA’s second‑round unfolded at Barclays Center, where the San Antonio Spurs selected Tennessee guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie with the 42nd overall pick, highlighting a career that includes a program‑record 79 steals and a historic 650‑point, 200‑assist season.
Jun 25, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Drafted 42nd by San Antonio Spurs
Senior guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie was selected 42nd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs, capping a record‑breaking college career that reshaped Tennessee basketball.
Jun 25, 2026
Felix Okpara Drafted by Washington Wizards, Completing a Journey from Lagos to the NBA
From the streets of Lagos to the courts of Knoxville, Felix Okpara's path to the NBA culminated when the Washington Wizards selected him with the 46th pick in the 2026 draft, capping a defensive reputation that earned him All‑SEC honors.
Jun 25, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Drafted by San Antonio Spurs, Continuing Tennessee’s NBA Pipeline
Greeneville’s Ja'Kobi Gillespie was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a college career that saw him lead the Tennessee Vols to the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight while earning All‑SEC honors.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee Volunteers lock in 2026‑27 SEC slate amid major roster overhaul
Tennessee’s 2026‑27 SEC schedule is set, featuring nine home and nine away games, a revamped roster, and key departures.
Jun 25, 2026
Nate Ament Traded to Milwaukee Bucks in Draft-Day Deal
Nate Ament’s draft night move reshapes the Milwaukee Bucks’ roster, bringing a high‑upside talent into a rebuild that also sees Tyler Herro and Kel’el Ware join the fold.
Jun 24, 2026
NBA Draft Day 2: Tennessee Alumni Shine in Brooklyn
Day two of the NBA draft at Barclays Center highlighted the movement of former Tennessee players, with trades to Milwaukee, Los Angeles and other franchises, while ESPN’s rankings spotlighted several Volunteers still in the mix.
Jun 24, 2026
Warriors Draft Yaxel Lendeborg to Strengthen Young Core
The Golden State Warriors used the 11th pick in the NBA Draft to select Yaxel Lendeborg, a 24‑year‑old wing praised for his defensive range and ability to play multiple forward positions.
Jun 24, 2026
Tamin Lipsey Falls Outside the First Round but Remains a Draft Prospect
Despite not being selected in the opening round of the 2026 NBA Draft, Tamin Lipsey's strong defensive record and leadership at Iowa State keep him on the radar for late‑round opportunities.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Poised for NBA Draft Lottery as Jazzy Davidson Eyes Second College Season
Nate Ament’s freshman stats and lottery projection coincide with Jazzy Davidson’s return to USC, where she aims to build on a decorated freshman year.
Jun 24, 2026
Jayden Quaintance Drafted 20th by San Antonio Spurs
After a injury‑plagued college career, Jayden Quaintance was chosen 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs, marking a milestone for both the player and his coach.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Drafted 13th, Joins Milwaukee Bucks After Heat Trade
Tennessee standout Nate Ament was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft while wearing a Miami Heat cap, only to be traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a deal sparked by Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to Miami.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Goes First‑Round in NBA Draft, Traded to Milwaukee Bucks
The 2026 NBA draft in Brooklyn saw Tennessee’s Nate Ament selected 13th overall by the Miami Heat before being dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks, highlighting a promising start to his professional career.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament’s Draft Journey Highlights Tennessee’s NBA Pipeline
Freshman forward Nate Ament was selected 13th overall by the Miami Heat and immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, cementing Tennessee’s longest-running streak of NBA draft picks and setting new program records.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Joins Milwaukee Bucks in Draft Day Trade with Miami Heat
Nate Ament was selected 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, a pick acquired in a trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Eyes Top‑Half First‑Round Spot in 2026 NBA Draft
Projected to be selected in the top half of the first round, Nate Ament’s NBA journey is bolstered by the support of his college coach Rick Barnes and a contingent of assistants traveling to New York
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Drafted 13th by Milwaukee Bucks, Eyes NBA Impact
Nate Ament, the 6‑foot‑10 forward from Tennessee, was selected 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft. Known for his scoring and defensive potential, he averaged 16.7 points and 6.3 rebounds in his freshman season and is expected to develop his three‑point shooting and adapt to the NBA's physicality.
Jun 24, 2026