Tennessee Climbs College Basketball Rankings After Thrilling Alabama Win
Tennessee basketball is on the rise again! The Vols have jumped up in the rankings following an electrifying 79-76 victory over Alabama, thanks to a jaw-dropping 35-foot buzzer-beater from Jahmai Mashack. Now sitting at No. 4 in both the USA TODAY Coaches Poll and the AP Poll, Tennessee continues to make its case as one of the nation’s elite teams.
This past week was huge for the Volunteers. They started by grinding out a tough 65-59 win over LSU, and then came the thriller against Alabama. The game was a back-and-forth battle, filled with lead changes and tense moments. With seconds left on the clock, Mashack delivered one of the most clutch shots of the season, securing Tennessee’s eighth win over a ranked opponent.
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It’s been a wild ride for the Vols this season. They began the year ranked No. 12 in the preseason poll but quickly climbed the rankings with dominant performances. After storming through the Baha Mar Championship and knocking off teams like Virginia and Baylor, they shot up to No. 6. From there, they reached the No. 1 spot and held onto it for a program-record five weeks before a tough 30-point loss to Florida knocked them down. Despite a few setbacks along the way, Tennessee has remained a top contender, bouncing back with key wins and proving they belong in the national title conversation.
Right now, the Vols are in the middle of an impressive run in the AP Poll, having been ranked for 77 consecutive weeks— the second-longest active streak in the nation. This season alone, they’ve spent 10 weeks in the top five, further cementing their status as one of the most consistent programs in college basketball.
Looking ahead, Tennessee is closing out the regular season with matchups against Ole Miss and South Carolina. With March Madness around the corner, the Vols are in prime position to make a deep tournament run. If they keep up this momentum, they could be looking at a No. 1 seed come Selection Sunday.
One thing is clear—Tennessee is peaking at the right time. With a balanced roster, elite defense, and now a proven clutch factor, this team is built for the big moments. If Mashack’s buzzer-beater is any indication, the Vols are ready for whatever March Madness throws their way.
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