Tennessee Volunteers vs Missouri Tigers Picks and Prediction for Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Tennessee travels to Columbia for an SEC matchup at Mizzou Arena on Tuesday night versus Missouri. The Volunteers are 20-7 overall and tied for second in the SEC at 10-4 in conference play after a 69-65 road win over Vanderbilt. The Tigers are 18-9 overall and tied for sixth in the SEC at 8-6 following a 94-86 road loss to Arkansas. Take advantage of this matchup with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Tuesday, February 24
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Location: Mizzou Arena, Columbia, MO
- TV: SEC Network
Tennessee Volunteers Preview
Tennessee averages 80.9 points per game while allowing an average of 69.0, and has won four straight conference games. Ja’Kobi Gillespie leads the team with an average of 18.1 points and 5.3 assists per game, setting the tone offensively and controlling pace in half-court sets. Nate Ament is the second leading scorer at 18.0 points per game and adds 6.5 rebounds per contest, giving the Volunteers a reliable interior presence. Tennessee averages 42.9 rebounds per game and shoots 47.0% from the field, and its ability to defend without committing too many fouls has been a key factor during this stretch. When the Volunteers dictate tempo, they force opponents into lower-percentage looks late in possessions.
Injury Report: J.P. Estrella, Clarence Massamba, and Cade Phillips are out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 80.9
- Points Allowed: 69.0
- Rebounds: 42.9
- Assists: 17.3
- Steals: 7.6
- Blocks: 3.5
- Turnovers: 12.3
Missouri Tigers Preview
Missouri averages 80.3 points per game and allows an average of 75.3, playing at a pace that often leads to high-scoring contests. Mark Mitchell leads the team with averages of 17.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game and also averages 3.8 assists, making him the focal point of the offense. Jayden Stone is the second leading scorer at 14.9 points per game and provides perimeter shooting that stretches defenses. The Tigers average 36.1 rebounds per game and shoot 49.2% from the field, showing strong shot selection inside the arc. Missouri has won three of its last five but must tighten up defensively against top conference opponents.
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Injury Report: Jevon Porter and Annor Boateng are out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 80.3
- Points Allowed: 75.3
- Rebounds: 36.1
- Assists: 14.8
- Steals: 6.6
- Blocks: 3.6
- Turnovers: 12.3
Tennessee Volunteers vs Missouri Tigers Prediction
Tennessee holds the defensive edge, allowing just 69.0 points per game compared to 75.3 for Missouri, and the Volunteers also own a significant rebounding advantage at 42.9 per contest, compared to 36.1 for the Tigers. While Missouri shoots a slightly higher percentage from the field, Tennessee’s ability to control the glass and limit clean perimeter looks will be decisive. With Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Nate Ament providing balanced scoring and steady execution, the Volunteers will dictate tempo and secure a key road win. Final Score Prediction: Tennessee Volunteers win and cover ATS, 76-68.
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