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Game time: January 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: Moody Center — Austin, TX

Article updated Jan 11, 6:26 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming matchup, No. 1 Tennessee will face off against Texas in Austin at the Moody Center. These teams previously met last season in the NCAA Tournament, with the

Game outlook

In an upcoming matchup, No. 1 Tennessee will face off against Texas in Austin at the Moody Center. These teams previously met last season in the NCAA Tournament, with the Vols emerging victorious. Tennessee opens as the betting favorite at -5 and the line has remained unchanged. Read further to discover predictions for the outcome of this game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Volunteers -225 | Longhorns +183

Spread: Volunteers -5 (-110) | Longhorns +5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 136 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tennessee will win straight-up is 69%.

Tennessee Volunteers

Tennessee's basketball team started the season strong with a 14-0 record and high expectations of making it to the Final Four. However, they suffered a devastating loss to Florida, where they were outplayed in every aspect of the game. Despite this setback, the team still holds a strong ranking in overall defense and has key players like Chris Lanier and Zakai Zeigler who contribute significantly to the team. Offensively, the Vols have solid shooting percentages and rebounding abilities, but they will need to bounce back from their recent defeat to continue their success in the season. For those looking to make informed bets on college basketball games, it may be wise to consult top NCAAB handicappers for expert advice.

Texas Longhorns Analysis

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Texas Longhorns are ranked 38th by KenPom after losing their first two SEC games to Texas A&M and Auburn. Despite winning four straight games against mid-major teams, they have struggled against Quad 1 teams and are 0-2 in that category. A win in their upcoming game is crucial for the Longhorns, but an 0-3 start would be highly detrimental. Senior forward Arthur Kaluma and junior Jordan Pope have been standout players for Texas, with Kaluma leading the team in points and rebounds. Freshman wing Tre Johnson has also been performing well. Texas has strong offensive stats, shooting well from the field and three-point range, and solid defensive numbers as well. Overall, Texas has a power ranking of 6 and is ranked #39 for offense.

Vols and Texas Set to Clash in Game of High Stakes

This upcoming game holds significant importance for both Texas and the Vols. The Vols' performance in their previous game was disappointing, with a shooting percentage of only 21% and a total of 12 shots made in a 40-minute game. It is expected that they will approach the upcoming game with a high level of determination and focus. Despite not having standout players, the Vols possess a strong defensive team, with Lanier proving to be a key player since joining from North Florida. On the other hand, Texas managed to stay competitive in their last game against Auburn largely due to Kaluma's impressive performance. However, Texas' players Okpara (6-11, 235) and Milicic (6-10, 225) will face a challenging task in dealing with the Vols' defensive strategies.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tennessee Volunteers-225 → -218Moved
  • Moneyline · Texas Longhorns+183 → +176Moved
  • Spread · Tennessee Volunteers-5 (-110) → -5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Texas Longhorns+5 (-110) → +5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over135.5 (-110) → 137.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under135.5 (-110) → 137.75 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Tennessee Volunteers
25-11 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Texas Longhorns
21-15 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-11T11:26:54.259Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-23Texas Longhorns 58 · Tennessee Volunteers 62
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Texas Longhorns 74-70

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Texas Longhorns 74-70 on January 11, 2025, a 4-point decision in the series. Tennessee Volunteers' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 33-31. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tennessee Volunteers -5 (-110) spread, Texas Longhorns covered, while the 144 combined points finished over the recorded total of 137.75.

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Tipster picks

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