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
Felix Okpara’s Draft Journey Highlights Tennessee’s NBA Pipeline
Nigerian forward Felix Okpara was chosen by the Orlando Magic in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft before being dealt to the Washington Wizards, bringing a defensive mindset and a unique personal history to the capital.
Jun 25, 2026
Tennessee Alumni Make NBA Draft Impact
Two former University of Tennessee players were selected in the recent NBA draft, highlighting the state's growing basketball pipeline.
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
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
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
Cameron Carr’s Draft Journey: From Tennessee to the Lakers and Beyond
The NBA draft opened at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where former Tennessee guard Cameron Carr was chosen with the 24th overall pick and immediately dealt to the Los Angeles Lakers, joining a new chapter that also saw Baylor’s Dalton Knecht selected at No. 17.
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 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
Tennessee Basketball Unveils 2027 Schedule with Bold Non‑Conference Slate
The Vols' 2027 schedule blends SEC rivalries with ambitious non‑conference road trips, featuring high‑profile home games, a Las Vegas festival appearance and a roster reshaped by top transfers.
Jun 23, 2026
UCLA Pursues Michigan Transfer JP Estrella to Fill Frontcourt Void
Dusty May’s exit leaves Michigan rebuilding through the portal, while UCLA eyes Michigan’s JP Estrella, a 10‑point, 5.4‑rebound junior, to anchor its interior and complement a perimeter‑heavy lineup.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee’s NBA Draft Pipeline Extends to 2026
Nate Ament is slated to hear his name called in the opening round of the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of Volunteers who have turned college success into professional opportunities.
Jun 23, 2026
Malachi Jordan’s Transfer Highlights Shifting Recruitment Landscape
Five‑star forward Malachi Jordan is set to begin his senior year at Prolific Prep after a whirlwind high school career, with an official visit to Tennessee scheduled for late September.
Jun 23, 2026
Dusty May’s Exit Opens Door for UCLA to Pursue Tennessee’s JP Estrella
After guiding Michigan to a national title in just two seasons, Dusty May left for the NBA, prompting a wave of portal entries that have caught the attention of UCLA, which is eyeing dominant post player JP Estrella.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee’s NBA Draft Legacy: From Marshall Hawkins to the Modern Era
From the first Vol selected in 1948 to the latest prospects under coach Rick Barnes, Tennessee has consistently contributed talent to the NBA draft.
Jun 22, 2026
Tennessee’s Rich NBA Draft Legacy Ahead of Upcoming Draft
Tennessee’s basketball program has produced 57 NBA draft picks, with ten emerging under coach Rick Barnes since 2015, highlighting a legacy that continues into the upcoming draft.
Jun 22, 2026
Top 10 College Basketball Programs Poised for Their First 2027 National Title
A look at the ten programs most likely to capture their inaugural 2027 national championship, shaped by the transfer portal and NIL opportunities.
Jun 22, 2026