Chaz Lanier Leads Tennessee Over Wofford 77-62 in March Madness Opener

In their NCAA Tournament opener, No. 2 seed Tennessee defeated No. 15 seed Wofford 77-62, led by Chaz Lanier's impressive performance with 29 points, tying the UT NCAA Tournament record with six 3-pointers. This victory marks Tennessee's advancement to the second round for the fourth consecutive year, where they will face the winner of the UCLA vs. Utah State matchup. Lanier's scoring, along with contributions from senior guards, highlights Tennessee's offensive strength, although the team acknowledges the need to improve their rebounding. Lanier's performance adds to his impressive season, as he approaches Chris Lofton's record for the most three-pointers in a single season at Tennessee. As the tournament progresses, Lanier's shooting prowess continues to draw attention, with analysts discussing the increasing range of college shooters this season. The Vols will need to focus on all aspects of their game to make a deeper run in March Madness.