Top-Ranked Tennessee Volunteers Face Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders in Non-Conference Matchup
Tennessee looks to extend its undefeated streak to 12 games as Middle Tennessee aims to challenge the nation's top defense.
- The Tennessee Volunteers, ranked No. 1, enter the game with an 11-0 record and an 11-game winning streak.
- Middle Tennessee, boasting a 9-3 record, has performed well against the spread and secured key wins as underdogs this season.
- Tennessee's defense is ranked first nationally in opponent field-goal percentage, limiting teams to just 33.9% shooting.
- The Volunteers have dominated at home with a 6-0 record, winning all games by double digits, and are favored by 26.5 points in this matchup.
- Middle Tennessee's key player, Jestin Porter, averages 15.8 points per game and shoots 38.3% from beyond the arc, presenting a potential challenge to Tennessee's defense.