Tennessee Defeats South Carolina 75-65, Honors Seniors

Tennessee's men's basketball team concluded its regular season with a 75-65 victory over South Carolina on March 8, 2025, solidifying a double-bye in the upcoming SEC Tournament. The game was marked by an emotional Senior Day celebration, honoring seven graduating players, including Zakai Zeigler and Jahmai Mashack, who have been instrumental in the team's success. Chaz Lanier's standout performance, scoring 20 points in the second half, helped secure the win and marked the team's 25th victory of the season, a school record for consecutive 25-win seasons. The ceremony featured tributes to the seniors, with highlights shared from the festivities at Food City Center. Tennessee's basketball program has maintained a remarkable ranking streak, having never been unranked in 77 weeks and achieving a top 10 position for 46 of those weeks. The team hopes to build on its success in the SEC Tournament and potentially advance further in the NCAA Tournament this year.