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Barnes seeking ‘competitive spirit’ after Vols blown out by Duke
Good thing for Tennessee that this one didn't count, either.
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Barnes would like Vols roster more with Washington on it
Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes for months has liked his 2026-27 roster that contains a transfer portal haul ranked No. 1 nationally by ESPN.
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Mocs women picked fifth in SoCon preseason poll
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's basketball team was picked to finish fifth in the Southern Conference preseason poll released Tuesday.
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At NBA media days, plenty of teams in the league find no shortage of reasons for optimism
After being on opposite sides of an NBA Finals that ended just 3 1/2 months ago, New York guard Jalen Brunson and San Antonio center Victor Wembanyama found themselves with the exact same mindsets on Monday.
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Barnes says his Vols are not alone in preseason buzz
Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes knows there is a lot of buzz surrounding his 12th season with the Volunteers.
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NBA star Ace Bailey gives back to Chattanooga
The most popular basketball jersey worn around Chattanooga in 2026 is the No. 19 purple jersey for the Utah Jazz.
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New-look SoCon schedule has UTC women starting league play before New Year’s
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's basketball team officially released its entire 2026-27 schedule on Tuesday.
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LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. James made the announcement on social media, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement.
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Hill taking advantage of bigger opportunity with Vols
One of the most memorable performances of the 2026 NCAA basketball tournament was turned in by Terrence Hill Jr.
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UTC women’s basketball team undergoes offseason makeover
For a lot of reasons, this was going to be an offseason of change for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's basketball program.
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LeBron hits free agency: James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere
LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, which means another decision awaits.
