Tennessee Volunteers Set to Face LSU Tigers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center

As the Tennessee Volunteers prepare to take on the LSU Tigers at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a crucial role. The Volunteers are coming off a mixed bag of performances in their last few outings, showing both resilience and areas for improvement.

In their most recent game against Mississippi State Bulldogs, the Volunteers secured a comfortable victory with 70 points to their opponent's 59. Their defensive prowess was on full display as they racked up an impressive nine blocks and limited turnovers to just two. However, they'll need to maintain that defensive intensity while improving their assist-to-turnover ratio which stood at 0.67 in that game.

The previous home game saw the Volunteers fall short against Kentucky Wildcats by seven points in a closely contested match where they scored 56 points. Despite shooting efficiently from two-point range with an accuracy of around 56 percent, their three-point shooting was lackluster at just 14 percent. Improving long-range shots could be key in overcoming LSU's defense.

Against Vanderbilt Commodores, Tennessee showcased its offensive capabilities by putting up 77 points and winning by nine points. They demonstrated excellent ball distribution with twenty assists and maintained high free throw accuracy at approximately 93 percent.

The upcoming clash promises to be an exciting one as Tennessee looks to capitalize on its strong defensive record while addressing inconsistencies in scoring distribution and perimeter shooting. The Pete Maravich Assembly Center is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could influence the performance of both teams; however, it's imperative for the Volunteers to stay focused on executing their strategies effectively.

Fans can catch all the action live from Baton Rouge on January 21st at 9 PM Eastern Time on ESPN (channel 206).