Zakai Zeigler's Clutch Performance Lifts Tennessee Over Texas A&M
What a game! Tennessee basketball just pulled off one of their biggest road wins of the season, taking down No. 7 Texas A&M in a thrilling 77-69 victory. And the man of the hour? Zakai Zeigler. When the Vols needed him most, Zeigler stepped up in the clutch, delivering two massive plays in the final 62 seconds to seal the win.
With just over a minute left, Texas A&M had a chance to tie things up, but Zeigler had other plans. He came out of a timeout and swatted away a crucial three-point attempt from Wade Taylor IV, completely shutting down the Aggies' momentum. Then, with 21 seconds left, Zeigler delivered the dagger—a deep three-pointer that put the game out of reach. Ice in his veins.
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But Zeigler wasn’t the only hero in this one. Chaz Lanier had an absolute career night, lighting up the scoreboard with 30 points, including a staggering eight three-pointers. His shooting was electric, keeping Tennessee in the game early when their offense struggled. He was 6-for-7 from deep in the first half, mirroring the hot start he had against Baylor earlier in the season.
Jordan Gainey also came through in crunch time, hitting a couple of clutch threes in the final minutes to keep Tennessee in control. And let’s talk about Tennessee’s defense—Texas A&M is one of the best offensive rebounding teams in the country, but the Vols held them to just 10 second-chance points, a huge factor in the win.
This victory wasn’t just big for Tennessee’s record—it’s a statement. The Vols are now sitting at 22-5 (9-5 SEC) and are making a serious case for their first-ever No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. If they keep playing like this, especially on the road, they’re going to be a tough team to beat come March.
Tennessee’s ability to close out games like this, especially in a hostile environment like Reed Arena, speaks volumes about their potential. With Zeigler leading the charge and players like Lanier and Gainey stepping up, the Vols are proving they belong in the national championship conversation. Buckle up, Tennessee fans—this team is for real.
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