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Arkansas Razorbacks vs Tennessee Volunteers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

Venue: Food City Center — Knoxville, TN

Article updated Jan 4, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The upcoming SEC matchup between the (11-2, 0-0 SEC) and the (13-0, 0-0 SEC) is anticipated to be a highly competitive game. Last season, Tennessee secured a decisive

Game outlook

The upcoming SEC matchup between the (11-2, 0-0 SEC) and the (13-0, 0-0 SEC) is anticipated to be a highly competitive game. Last season, Tennessee secured a decisive 29-point victory over Arkansas on the road. Both teams are entering this game with recent wins, with Arkansas covering a 16.5-point spread with a 30-point victory over Oakland, and Tennessee falling short of covering as 29.5-point favorites in a 67-52 win over Norfolk State. The game is scheduled for 1:00 EST at the Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, with Tennessee opening as the -11.5 favorite, now favored by -12.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Razorbacks +578 | Volunteers -864

Spread: Razorbacks +12 (-110) | Volunteers -12 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143.75 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tennessee will win straight-up is 90%.

Arkansas Razorbacks

The Arkansas Razorbacks have concluded their non-conference schedule with an impressive 28-9 record, with key wins against Miami and Michigan. They are looking to avenge last season's loss to Tennessee. Freshman guard Boogie Fland is a standout player, currently projected as a lottery pick in the upcoming draft. Junior forward Adou Thiero is the team's leading scorer and a strong defender. The Razorbacks are ranked 39th in the nation according to KenPom, with solid offensive and defensive efficiency rankings. They play at a fast pace and have strong shooting percentages.

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Tennessee Volunteers Analysis

The Tennessee Volunteers basketball team is currently ranked 1st in the nation with an undefeated record as they enter conference play. They have secured impressive wins against ranked teams such as Louisville, #13 Baylor, and Illinois in non-conference matchups. Led by top scorer Chaz Lanier, who is known for his sharpshooting skills and potential in the professional league, the team also has key players like Jordan Gainey and Zakai Zeigler contributing to their success. Tennessee ranks 4th overall according to KenPom, excelling in both offensive and defensive efficiency. Despite playing at a slower pace, the team has proven to be a dominant force this season. In sports wagering, Tennessee offers competitive opportunities for betting enthusiasts.

Tennessee Expected to Dominate Arkansas in Collegiate Basketball Matchup

In the current season, Illinois has faced both Arkansas and Tennessee in collegiate basketball. They secured a victory against Arkansas with a 13-point lead, yet faced a defeat from Tennessee by a narrow margin of two points. Arkansas is commencing conference play with a challenging initial match against the undefeated Tennessee Volunteers, who dominated them in their previous encounter by a 29-point margin. Despite some changes in players and coaching staff, Tennessee maintains a superior roster compared to Arkansas. Although Arkansas has recently showcased a successful winning streak, their performances have been against comparatively weaker opponents with significant point spreads. Tennessee boasts a team with exceptional talent across all positions, particularly in the backcourt with Zeigler and Lanier, who are predicted to overpower Arkansas. Although freshman Fland shows promise for Arkansas, he may struggle to outperform the experienced backcourt players of Tennessee. Considering these factors, it is recommended to bet on Tennessee covering the spread in this upcoming game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Razorbacks vs Volunteers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Razorbacks vs Volunteers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Arkansas Razorbacks+468 → +566Moved
  • Moneyline · Tennessee Volunteers-660 → -818Moved
  • Spread · Arkansas Razorbacks+11.5 (-110) → +11.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Tennessee Volunteers-11.5 (-110) → -11.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over143.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under143.5 (-110) → 143.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Arkansas Razorbacks
28-9 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Tennessee Volunteers
25-11 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-04T06:15:38.673Z). 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

  • 2024-02-14Tennessee Volunteers 92 · Arkansas Razorbacks 63
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 76-52

Tennessee Volunteers defeated Arkansas Razorbacks 76-52 on January 4, 2025, a 24-point decision in the series. Tennessee Volunteers' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 42-27. Against SportsJaw's recorded Arkansas Razorbacks +11.5 (-110) spread, Tennessee Volunteers covered, while the 128 combined points finished under the recorded total of 143.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JohnmiznerTotal · Under 143 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidSpread · Tennessee Volunteers -12 (-110)Win