On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the Texas Longhorns will take on the #21 Tennessee Volunteers at 9:00 PM ET. The game will be held at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN. Fans can catch the action on ESPN2 as these Southeastern Conference teams meet on the court.

Texas vs. Tennessee Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Texas Longhorns +10.5. Texas has a good record against the spread as an underdog, going 2-1. Tennessee has struggled against the spread, especially as a favorite, with a 4-9 record.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 152.5. Texas games have often gone over the total, with an 8-2 record in their last 10 games. Both teams score a lot of points, making the over a strong choice.

Team Trends

• The game will be held at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, TN.
• Tennessee Volunteers are favored with a spread of -10.5, while Texas Longhorns have a spread of +10.5.
• Texas Longhorns have a straight-up record of 9-5 for the season.
• Tennessee Volunteers have a straight-up record of 10-4 for the season.
• The over/under for the game is set at 152.5.

Texas vs Tennessee Preview

The Texas Longhorns will meet the #21 Tennessee Volunteers on Tuesday night. Texas has had a mixed season with a 9-5 record. They recently lost to Mississippi State by 3 points, but Dailyn Swain stood out with 34 points and 14 rebounds. Texas is looking to improve their away record, which currently stands at 1-2.

Tennessee, ranked #21, holds a 10-4 record. They are strong at home with a 9-2 record. In their last game, they lost to Arkansas by 11 points. Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 14 points and had 4 assists. Tennessee will aim to bounce back on their home court against Texas.

Volunteers Ready for Texas Challenge

The Tennessee Volunteers have had a strong start to their season. They hold a 10-4 record, with an impressive 9-2 at home. Their performance at the Thompson-Boling Arena has been a key part of their success. In recent games, the Volunteers showed their scoring ability. They scored 105 points against South Carolina State Bulldogs. Ja’Kobi Gillespie led the team in that game with 21 points and 8 assists. The Volunteers’ offensive stats are noteworthy. They average 83.3 points per game and have a field goal percentage of 49.1. Their rebounding is also strong, with 43.1 rebounds per game, ranking them 16th in the nation.

Longhorns Look to Upset Volunteers

The Texas Longhorns hold a 9-5 record this season. They have struggled on the road with a 1-2 record. Their recent game against Mississippi State ended in a close loss, 101-98. Dailyn Swain stands out for the Longhorns. He scored 34 points and grabbed 14 rebounds against Mississippi State. Matas Vokietaitis and Tramon Mark also contribute with consistent performances. The Longhorns average 88.6 points per game. Their field goal percentage is 49.7. They rank 34th in total rebounds per game with 41.7.

Final Betting Pick

Texas Longhorns have a strong record against the spread as an underdog. They are 2-1 in such games. This suggests they can keep games close, even against tough opponents like Tennessee. With a spread of +10.5, Texas has a good chance to cover.

Both teams score a lot of points, which makes the over a good pick. Texas averages 88.6 points per game, and Tennessee averages 83.3 points per game. In Texas’s last 10 games, 8 have gone over the total. This trend supports the prediction of over 152.5 points.

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