Tennessee Volunteers Earn No. 2 Seed in NCAA Tournament

The Tennessee Volunteers have secured a No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region for the NCAA Tournament and will face No. 15 Wofford in the first round on Thursday. After losing to Florida in the SEC Championship, the Volunteers enter the tournament with a 27-7 record, marking their seventh consecutive appearance under head coach Rick Barnes. Their path to the Final Four looks favorable, with potential matchups against familiar opponents, including Kentucky and Illinois, if they advance. The Volunteers have consistently performed well this season, highlighted by notable wins over teams like Florida and Alabama. Meanwhile, Tennessee's SEC rivals, including the Vanderbilt Commodores and Lipscomb Bisons, also made it into the tournament, showcasing the strength of the conference. This season's tournament marks a significant milestone, as it includes a record 14 SEC teams, reflecting the depth of competition in college basketball.