Volunteers vs Cyclones

Volunteers vs Cyclones played on March 28, 2026. Final score: Volunteers 76 - Cyclones 62. S16. Fan ratings and discussion on RateGame.

Top fan take from @FlameRaptorRaven: “Tennessee not only upsets Iowa State, but they do it while looking very strong. Tennessee absolutely dominated the offensive glass, especially in the first half. Their 10 offensive rebounds were the same as Iowa State’s TOTAL rebounds in the first half. Those boards were the biggest reason that the Volunteers managed to both keep up with the Cyclones and finish the 1st half with a 1-point lead. It is fitting that offensive rebounds defined a very grindy first half. The volunteers continued thriving with that game plan in the 2nd half. Every time Iowa State looked like they would make a dent in their deficit, Tennessee would just grab some boards, pass the ball around and hit a shot to keep their opponent at bay. Okpara was essential to that strategy as he led the way on the glass and made everything for them work. Ament and Gillespie often hit the shots and Carey came off the bench to give the Volunteers a bit of everything. The loss of Jefferson finally caught up to the Cyclones.”

Venue: United Center