MTSU vs. Tennessee: Rivalry Renewed
A Historic Rivalry
The rivalry between Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and the University of Tennessee (UT) is one of the oldest and most heated in college basketball. The two schools are located just 30 miles apart in the heart of Tennessee, and their fans are fiercely loyal. The rivalry dates back to 1924, and the two teams have played each other over 100 times.
Recent History
In recent years, the rivalry has been dominated by Tennessee. The Volunteers have won the last five meetings, and they hold a 9-5 advantage in the series since 2010. However, MTSU has a history of upsetting Tennessee, and they will be looking to do so again when the two teams meet on November 23, 2022.
Key Players
The key players in the MTSU vs. Tennessee rivalry are: *
MTSU: DeAndre Dishman (guard), Josh Jefferson (forward), DJ Wright (forward) *
Tennessee: Santiago Vescovi (guard), Josiah-Jordan James (forward), Olivier Nkamhoua (forward) What to Expect
The MTSU vs. Tennessee game is expected to be a close one. Both teams are talented and have a chance to win. However, Tennessee is the favorite, and they will be looking to extend their winning streak against MTSU. The game will be played at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. The game will start at 7:00 p.m. ET and will be televised on ESPNU.
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