Tennessee State Tigers vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/20
The Tennessee State Tigers will play against the #20 ranked Tennessee Volunteers on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The game is at 7:00 PM ET at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. This is a non-conference game, with the Tigers coming from the Ohio Valley Conference and the Volunteers from the Southeastern Conference.
The Volunteers are the clear favorites in this matchup. They hold a perfect 4-0 record for the season, all of which are home wins. In contrast, the Tigers have a balanced record of 2-2, with all their wins at home and losses on the road. The point spread for the game is set at Tennessee State Tigers +31.5 and Tennessee Volunteers -31.5.
Tennessee State Tigers vs Tennessee Volunteers Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Tennessee State Tigers vs #20 Tennessee Volunteers
- Venue: Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center, Knoxville TN
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Tennessee State Tigers Spread: +31.5 (-114), Tennessee Volunteers Spread: -31.5 (-112), Tennessee State Tigers MoneyLine: +3900, Tennessee Volunteers MoneyLine: -15000, Over/Under: 151.5
Tennessee State Tigers Team Preview
The Tennessee State Tigers are coming into this game with a 2-2 record for the season. They have faced challenges on the road, losing both away games. Their recent loss was against Western Kentucky, where they scored 82 points.
Offensively, the Tigers are strong with an average of 94 points per game. They are ranked 27th in this category. Their shooting accuracy stands at 46.3%, placing them at 155th overall.
Aaron Nkrumah is a key player for the Tigers, averaging 18.5 points per game. Dante Harris also contributes with 15.2 points per game. The team will rely on these players to perform well in their upcoming game.
Tennessee Volunteers Team Preview
The Tennessee Volunteers have been strong at home this season. They have a 4-0 record, winning all their games by large margins. Their most recent victory was against Rice, where they scored 91 points and won by 25.
On offense, the Volunteers average 90.2 points per game. They rank high in assists per game, with 23.0, which is second overall. Their field goal percentage is 51.5%, ranking 34th.
Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Nate Ament have been key players. Ament averages 19.8 points per game, while Gillespie contributes 16.5. Both players help the team with rebounds and assists, making them important for the Volunteers’ success.
BTB Betting Pick
The Tennessee Volunteers are favored by 31.5 points against the Tennessee State Tigers. While Tennessee State scores a lot, they have a low possession rate. Tennessee’s strong shooting and rebounding should help them cover the spread. The projected score is Tennessee 95, Tennessee State 60, so the pick is Tennessee -31.5.
The total for the game is set at 151.5. Both teams have high scoring averages, but Tennessee State’s slow pace could keep the total lower. The projected combined score is 155, suggesting a slight lean towards the over. However, the safer pick is under 151.5 given the pace discrepancy.