Tennessee Volunteers

The Tennessee Volunteers play at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, where Rick Barnes has built a consistent SEC power. Under Barnes, the Volunteers have won SEC titles and reached the Elite Eight. Tennessee's orange and white colors and passionate fanbase create a strong environment. The program has reached the Elite Eight and produced NBA talent. Thompson-Boling's capacity makes it one of the nation's largest arenas. The Vols' rivalry with Kentucky and Vanderbilt defines the program.

Tennessee reached the 2010 Elite Eight under Bruce Pearl. The Volunteers have made 26 NCAA Tournament appearances. Bernard King, Allan Houston, and Grant Williams are among the program's NBA alumni. Barnes's tenure has produced multiple SEC regular-season and tournament titles. The 2024 Elite Eight run was the program's deepest. The rivalry with Kentucky is one of the SEC's fiercest.