The Official #4 Tennessee vs. #5 Duke NCAA Tournament Game Thread, 2:40 PM ET, CBS

[JMSqb11]

This team is 21-0 when the opponent does not get 60 points.

And is averaging just under 70 points since ZZ injury….. yet the doom and gloomers tell me we stand no chance

 

[BreatheUT]

I don't know a lot about Duke but I know they are good at multiple spots. I don't see us having an advantage anywhere because we don't have that type of roster. Vescovi is going to have to get in the 20's and the glue guys are going to have to play well.

 

[Thunder Good-Oil]

Some good news! Pat Adams is refereeing the Furman-SDSU game.

That’s a plus. He makes Shows and TV Teddy look like Hall of Fame refs by comparison.

 

[VOLtaism]

Duke will need to match the level of intensity with their full bench in order to win. They might have a deep bench I haven't seen them play much, but you can't beat UT with a senior and 4 freshmen. I got 4.5 points just in case! Go Vols!

 

[whodeycin85]

Last game they replied heavily on 6 players for minutes...3 other got around 5 or less. I believe...get some ealry fouls by driving to the hoop and get them on their heels

 

[lifeisdeep]

Ok, it's GAMEDAY!! LFG!!! All positive vibes from here on out! Just gotta stomp on then like a little ROACH!! Pluck em out like little WHITEHEAD Pimples they are! Do some double FLIPKOWSKI'S on them!!!! Duke ain't nothing!! They may be YOUNG and LIVELY, but it won't take a PROCTOR to Gamble it all on the VOLS!!! ACC SUCKS! VOLS BY FIDDY!! ROCKY TOP BABY!!

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[vols 30]

I don’t expect much from Phillips in this game.

He’s just not strong enough to attack the rim and his handles have been suspense.

If we have any chance at winning, JJJ HAS to grow up and show up today. Attack the rim, don’t just settle for jump shots.

That's not his game. Very seldom has he attacked the rim. This isn't the time to try something that makes him uncomfortable.

 

[firestorm]

While I’ve been concerned and posted the last two weeks that TN would be paired against Duke, I think we can win this game.

Rarely do I discuss officiating but this is the one game where officiating will make the difference. If they allow the game to be be more physical then TN has a great shot of winning as our bigs can bang down low. If the refs blow the whistle then it may be a long day as Duke is quicker and more athletic.

Vols win if:

1. Allowed to play physical. Put a body on Duke player when dribble driving to the rim. Plus, pressure their guards and big men. Keep Duke off the foul line.


2. Rebound - we don’t have to win the rebounding battle but must limit Duke’s 2nd chance points.
Awaka mist have a good game and give TN 2nd chance opportunities.

3. Turnovers - TN must take care of the ball. Plus, pressure Duke’s young guards.

4. Three ball - make around 6-8 three balls.

5. MAKE foul shots. Missing a foul shot, esp front end of 1 and 1 is like a turnover.

Go Vols!

I agree with stated reasons for how they can defeat Duke today.
I’m excited they have a realistic chance of winning for the factual reasons you stated, and also accept it’s a realistic chance a stacked Duke team outplays Tennessee mainly with great performances from all starters, and the defense succeeding with holding the Volunteers to under 61 points which statistics show realistically that they can achieve.

 

[TennVols12]

Last game they replied heavily on 6 players for minutes...3 other got around 5 or less. I believe...get some ealry fouls by driving to the hoop and get them on their heels

Mannnn do I wish we would do exactly that..

 

[VolsSportsFan]

I assume we're going to be in the throwback style uniforms again. And if I remember, I think we haven't lost in them yet either.

 

[Chris4Vols22]

I assume we're going to be in the throwback style uniforms again. And if I remember, I think we haven't lost in them yet either.

Best unis ever. I'm hyped for this game!! I think it will be close.

 

[VolFreakJosh]

I assume we're going to be in the throwback style uniforms again. And if I remember, I think we haven't lost in them yet either.

Yep.

Same uniforms we wore against Texas.

 

[BreatheUT]

Last game they replied heavily on 6 players for minutes...3 other got around 5 or less. I believe...get some ealry fouls by driving to the hoop and get them on their heels

Unfortunately we don't have the type of team that draws a lot of fouls.

 

[RDU VOL#14]

No way this game tips @ 2:40

 

[VolsSportsFan]

Yep.

Same uniforms we wore against Texas.

Well this is in the bag then.

 

[BP4Prez]

I like it

 

[volsarelife1]

I'm feeling good about this one. Duke hasn't faced a defense like ours. We need to be aggressive from the tip and try to overwhelm them if possible

 

[vol94]

I assume we're going to be in the throwback style uniforms again. And if I remember, I think we haven't lost in them yet either.

5-0 so far

 

[BP4Prez]

No way this game tips @ 2:40

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[TheMookieMonster]

Shock the world….

 

[mr.checkerboards]

 

[kratos]

We are at the Roaming Gnome!

Do you know if they still do power hour? $1 beers from 9-10 or something like that

 

[mr.checkerboards]

Shock the world….

I like it

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Huge public favorites like this usually dont work out well.
Its very telling the line hasnt moved more with all the money coming in.

 

[peerless98]

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2:54 now

 

[mr.checkerboards]