Tennessee Defeats Miami to Stay Undefeated at Jimmy V Classic

The Volunteers used a strong defensive effort and a 14-0 first-half run to secure a 75-62 victory over the Hurricanes at Madison Square Garden.

Tennessee, ranked No. 1 for the first time since 2019, improved to 9-0 with a decisive win over Miami in the Jimmy V Classic.
Chaz Lanier led the Volunteers with 22 points, including four three-pointers, while Igor Milicic Jr. added 16 points and nine rebounds.
A 14-0 run late in the first half gave Tennessee a 38-25 halftime lead, which Miami could not overcome despite cutting the deficit to seven in the second half.
Miami's Lynn Kidd recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, but the Hurricanes suffered their seventh consecutive loss, dropping to 3-7 on the season.
Tennessee showcased its defensive prowess, holding Miami to 39.3% shooting overall and just 24.2% from three-point range.