Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/24

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are set to take on the #20 Tennessee Volunteers on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET. The game will be played at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This is a non-conference game, with Rutgers from the Big Ten and Tennessee from the Southeastern Conference.

According to the odds, Tennessee is favored with a spread of -15.5, while Rutgers is the underdog with a spread of +15.5. The moneyline for Rutgers is +904, and for Tennessee, it is -2000. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5. Fans can catch the game on TNT.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Tennessee Volunteers Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Tennessee Volunteers
  • Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas NV
  • Date: Monday, November 24, 2025
  • Betting Odds:
    • Rutgers Spread: +15.5 (-114)
    • Tennessee Spread: -15.5 (-112)
    • Rutgers MoneyLine: +904
    • Tennessee MoneyLine: -2000
    • Over: 143.5 (-113)
    • Under: 143.5 (-111)
    • Favorite: Tennessee Volunteers
    • Underdog: Rutgers Scarlet Knights

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights Team Preview

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights have a strong start to their season with a 4-1 record. They are part of the Big Ten Conference. Their performance at home has been solid, but they have yet to play an away game this season.

In their recent games, they won against the American Eagles with a score of 80-71. They also secured a victory over the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, winning 84-72. However, they faced a loss against Central Connecticut State, falling 54-67.

Key players like Dylan Grant and Tariq Francis have been instrumental for the Scarlet Knights. Dylan Grant leads the team with an average of 16.6 points per game. Tariq Francis follows with 14.8 points per game, showing his impact on the court.

Tennessee Volunteers Team Preview

The Tennessee Volunteers have started their season strong with a 5-0 record. They have been perfect at home, winning all five games. Their offensive stats are impressive, scoring 90 points per game, ranking them 46th in the nation.

Players like Nate Ament and Ja’Kobi Gillespie have been key contributors. Ament averages 18.8 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. Gillespie adds 16.6 points and 30 assists, showing his importance in both scoring and playmaking.

Despite their strong start, the Volunteers have struggled against the spread, holding a 1-4 record. They are 3-2 on totals, showing a bit more consistency there. Ranked 20th in the AP poll, they aim to maintain their winning ways in the Southeastern Conference.

BTB Betting Pick

The Tennessee Volunteers are favored by 15.5 points against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Tennessee scores 90.0 points per game, while Rutgers averages 74.2 points. With Tennessee’s strong offense and Rutgers’ struggles, taking Tennessee -15.5 is the pick. The projected score is Tennessee 85, Rutgers 68.

The over/under line for the game is set at 143.5. Tennessee’s offense is strong, but Rutgers may not keep up. Tennessee’s defense allows fewer points than Rutgers. The projected total is 153 points, so the recommendation is to take the over 143.5.