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Tennessee Volunteers Dominate at Thompson-Boling Arena Against Wofford Terriers

The Tennessee Volunteers, ranked 7th, showcased their dominance on the court with a commanding victory over the Wofford Terriers. The final score read 82-61 in favor of the home team at Thompson-Boling Arena. The Volunteers now boast an impressive record while the Terriers grapple with their performance.


Nov 14, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Santiago Vescovi (25) moves the ball against the Wofford Terriers during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

From tip-off to final buzzer, the Tennessee Volunteers controlled the game against the visiting Wofford Terriers. The home side's offense was firing on all cylinders as they put up 36 points in the first half and ramped up their efforts to add another 46 in the second. Their shooting was efficient from both inside and outside the arc, hitting 50 percent of two-point attempts and an impressive 41 percent from three-point range.


The Volunteers' defense was equally formidable, amassing a total of five blocks and ten steals throughout the game. This defensive pressure contributed to a significant number of points off turnovers, with Tennessee capitalizing on Wofford's mistakes for a total of 19 points.


Nov 14, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jahmai Mashack (15) lays the ball up against Wofford Terriers center Kyler Filewich (14) during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

On top of that, Tennessee outrebounded Wofford by securing 37 rebounds compared to their opponent's 34. Their effort on both ends of the floor was evident as they grabbed more offensive rebounds leading to an outstanding twenty second-chance points which kept them ahead throughout.


The home team also demonstrated better ball distribution and decision-making with sixteen assists leading to high-percentage shots. This teamwork helped maintain a comfortable lead against Wofford who managed fifteen assists but couldn't keep pace with Tennessee's scoring efficiency.


Nov 14, 2023; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jordan Gainey (2) shoots a three pointer against the Wofford Terriers during the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

Wofford did show resilience despite being outplayed; they made ten three-pointers and fought hard under both baskets collecting twelve offensive rebounds contributing to eleven second-chance points. However, their field goal percentage stood at just under thirty-eight percent which wasn't enough against a staunch Volunteer defense that only allowed eighteen points in paint compared to twenty-eight by Tennessee.


As for individual performances from Tennessee players were not highlighted but it can be inferred that several must have had standout games given their overall statistics including field goals made and free throws converted at high percentages indicating strong individual contributions across various facets of play.


Fans are already looking forward to seeing if this form can continue when The Tennessee Volunteers take on Syracuse Orange next time around. That encounter is set for November 20th at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu where fans can catch all action live nationally on ESPN2 channel two hundred nine starting at seven thirty PM Eastern Time.

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