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Highly Anticipated Matchup Between No. 11 Tennessee and Virginia Set for Nov. 21 in Bahamas Championship - Volunteers Favored to Win

The upcoming matchup between No. 11 Tennessee and Virginia in the Bahamas Championship on Nov. 21 is highly anticipated. Tennessee is currently 4-0, with their most impressive win being a road victory over Louisville. Virginia, on the other hand, is 3-0 with a notable win over Villanova. The Volunteers are favored to win with a betting line of Tennessee -12. Tip-off is set for 9:30 P.M. EST. Stay tuned for our preview and prediction of this exciting game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cavaliers +580 | Volunteers -825
• Spread: Cavaliers +12 (-110) | Volunteers -12 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 125.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tennessee will win straight-up is 89%.

Virginia vs Tennessee Stats

Virginia Cavaliers

Tennessee Volunteers are having a strong start to the season with a 4-0 record and a #11 ranking in the nation. They have secured easy wins over mid-major programs and their best win came against Louisville by 20 points on the road. Their latest victory was over Austin Peay where they dominated with a 103-68 score at home. The team has impressive offensive stats, averaging 88 points per game with a 58.1% field goal percentage, while also excelling defensively by allowing only 61 points per game and forcing opponents to shoot 34.9% from the field. Leading the team in scoring is Zakai Zeigler with 15.5 points per game, while Felix Okpara leads in rebounds with 6.5 per game. Tennessee is also performing well against the spread, going 3-1 so far this season. Virginia, with a power ranking of 19, has been impressive defensively, allowing only 58.67 points per game and ranking #23 in field goal percentage allowed. Offensively, they are scoring an average of 83.00 points per game with a 55.97% field goal percentage. The team is 4-0 this season and 3-1 against the spread.

Tennessee Volunteers Analysis

Virginia remains undefeated this season with a 3-0 record. They recently secured a significant victory against Villanova, with Isaac McKneely leading the team in scoring. McKneely is averaging 16 points per game, while Jacob Cofie leads in rebounds and Blake Buchanan in assists. Virginia's offensive statistics rank them among the top teams in the nation, with strong shooting percentages and scoring averages. Defensively, they are also excelling, allowing a low number of points per game and forcing opponents to shoot poorly. The Cavaliers have had mixed results against the spread but have performed well overall. In comparison, Tennessee has a lower offensive ranking but shines defensively. Overall, Virginia has shown strong performances both offensively and defensively this season.

Tennessee favored to excel in upcoming game against Virginia due to offensive prowess and defensive strength

The upcoming game is projected to be highly competitive in the first half as both teams assess each other's strategies. The Volunteers are anticipated to excel in shooting due to their offensive prowess, particularly against Virginia's strong defense. Conversely, the Cavaliers may encounter challenges generating scoring opportunities, given their slower tempo on offense. Tennessee showcases outstanding statistics with the highest field goal percentage nationally and a commendable rank of 17th in defensive field goal percentage. Considering Virginia's perceived weaknesses and Tennessee's strengths, the Volunteers are favored to secure a convincing victory. Therefore, it is recommended to choose Tennessee to cover in this matchup.

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