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Tennessee Volunteers to Host Georgia Southern Eagles at Thompson-Boling Arena

As the Tennessee Volunteers prepare to welcome the Georgia Southern Eagles to Thompson-Boling Arena, fans are anticipating an exciting matchup. The Volunteers have been showcasing a strong performance trend, with recent games indicating their capability to dominate on their home court.


Dec 5, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Dalton Knecht (3) moves the ball against the George Mason Patriots during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against the Fighting Illini, the Volunteers secured an impressive victory with a score of 86-79. Their offensive prowess was evident as they shot 45 percent from the field and 33 percent from beyond the arc. The team also demonstrated a balanced attack with 21 assists and capitalized on second-chance points, scoring 11.


Another notable performance was against George Mason Patriots where Tennessee emerged victorious with an 87-66 win. They maintained a high shooting percentage of approximately 49 percent from the field and continued their trend of effective ball distribution by dishing out 27 assists.


However, it's important to note that in an away game against North Carolina Tar Heels, despite scoring a remarkable 92 points and shooting over half from the field at approximately 56 percent, they fell short as North Carolina clinched a high-scoring game at 100-92.


The upcoming game is set to be held at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville—a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere that often provides a home-court advantage for Tennessee. With recent performances showing strong offensive capabilities and efficient teamwork, fans can expect another competitive display by the Volunteers.


The scheduled date for this encounter is December 13th. Fans can catch all the action live on SEC Network (channel number:611) or head down to Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville to support their team in person.

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