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The University of Tennessee has announced a new 10‑year apparel agreement with Adidas, ending its long‑standing partnership with Nike and positioning the Volunteers as a flagship school for the German sportswear giant.
The University of Tennessee announced a decade‑long deal with Adidas, ending its Nike tenure and reigniting a partnership that dates back to the 1990s.
The first SEC basketball rankings reveal Kentucky’s fifth‑place standing and highlight key player developments that could reshape the conference’s championship picture.
Jon Rothstein’s early SEC rankings highlight Kentucky’s fifth‑place position, underscoring both the team’s solid footing and the looming questions surrounding key newcomers as the Wildcats prepare for a battle‑laden schedule.
A highly touted guard from California will join the Tennessee Volunteers next season, adding depth and a proven scoring threat to the SEC program.
CBS Sports analyst Jon Rothstein has released his updated SEC power rankings, spotlighting Florida’s No.1 position and the reshaped lineups of several other contenders.
Tennessee climbs to No. 6 in ESPN's way‑to‑early Top 25, driven by a transfer‑laden roster and notable coaching shifts.
After a solid freshman campaign, DeWayne Brown is expected to play a larger part in Tennessee's lineup for the upcoming season.
Tennessee adds VCU guard Terrence Hill Jr., a 15-point-per-game scorer who dazzled with a 34-point outing against North Carolina, earning praise from ESPN’s Paul Biancardi and a top‑20 ranking in the transfer portal.
After a disappointing 2024‑25 campaign, the University of Virginia’s men’s basketball team has reshaped its roster, with several key transfers finding new homes and early signs of momentum emerging for the upcoming season.
With key transfers joining the roster and the SEC poised to reclaim its top spot, the Vols are shaping up as a major contender. Here’s what the latest power rankings and schedule reveal.
The Volunteers are leveraging intensive summer sessions to cement chemistry, adapt to a heavy workload and chase a national championship.
In his first media availability, transfer center Miles Rubin outlined his vision for Tennessee’s front court, his chemistry with teammate Dai Dai Ames, and the team’s ambition to contend for a national championship.
The Daily News Journal announces Chris Washington Jr. as the 2025‑26 All‑Sports Male Athlete of the Year, highlighting his high school achievements, upcoming collegiate plans, and the voices that shaped his journey.
A look at the career of Chris Washington Jr., the DNJ’s All‑Sports Male Athlete of the Year, whose leadership propelled his team to two consecutive state titles and earned him a spot at Tennessee.
The Daily News Journal recognizes Chris Washington Jr. for his outstanding senior season, highlighting his championships, rankings and future with Tennessee basketball.
The University of Tennessee has released its full slate of opponents for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, highlighting traditional SEC rivals, a marquee stint at the Players Era Festival and a home‑and‑home series with Big Ten powerhouses.
With the Fourth of July break behind them, Tennessee's coaching staff is using summer workouts to identify and nurture new leadership voices within the roster.
Under Coach Ryan Odom, the Cavaliers have scheduled a demanding non‑conference slate, featuring Villanova, UConn, Wisconsin, Tennessee and Maryland. Each opponent offers a chance for a signature win and a revival of long‑standing rivalries.
Coach Ryan Odom is shaping a challenging non‑conference schedule for Virginia, targeting Villanova, UConn, Wisconsin, Tennessee and Maryland. Each program offers a distinct historical context and strategic narrative.
After a 15‑20 record and a narrow miss at the NCAA Tournament, the Rebels aim to rebound, led by key returnee Ilias Kamardine and facing formidable opponents coached by Rick Barnes, Todd Golden and John Calipari.
With a scholarship spot open and a DSA rule nuance, the Volunteers are exploring ways to strengthen their front line, even as former assistant Dusty May heads to the Dallas Mavericks and transfer‑eligible J.P. Estrella eyes his next move.
After going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft, Tobe Awaka has inked a two‑way contract with the Chicago Bulls. The 6‑foot‑8 forward, who honed his game under Rick Barnes at Tennessee and later at Arizona, will get his first taste of NBA action during the Summer League and training camp.
Coach Rick Barnes discusses the progress of his team during summer practice, highlighting the development of new players and the team's overall performance.