Tennessee Volunteers Defeat LSU Tigers 73-63
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Food City Center
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Quick answers
Who won LSU Tigers vs Tennessee Volunteers?
Tennessee Volunteers beat LSU Tigers 73-63 at Food City Center on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in LSU Tigers vs Tennessee Volunteers?
Tennessee Volunteers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1650 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Tennessee Volunteers secured a 73-63 victory over the LSU Tigers at the Food City Center. This win extends Tennessee's strong home record to 19-7, while LSU falls to 14-12 on the season. The Volunteers have shown impressive form recently, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, and they are currently on a one-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch stands at 78.7 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 75.5 points.
Tennessee's recent performances have been marked by a combination of offensive efficiency and resilience. In their last five games, they have averaged 78.2 points scored and 71.6 points allowed. Their latest win against Mississippi State, where they triumphed 73-64, showcased their ability to perform under pressure. In contrast, LSU has struggled significantly, recording just two wins in their last ten games, leading to a dismal 2-8 streak. Their average scoring during this period is 72.6 points, but they have been plagued by defensive issues, allowing an average of 81.2 points per game.
When considering home and away performances, Tennessee has excelled at home with a record of 4-1 in their last five games at the Food City Center. LSU, however, has faced challenges on the road, recording only one win in their last five away games. This disparity in home and away performance has been a critical factor in the outcome of this game.
The two teams had previously met in the 2025 season, where Tennessee also emerged victorious with a score of 65-59. This history of success against LSU added an extra layer of confidence for the Volunteers heading into this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either side, suggesting that both teams were at full strength for this contest. The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had Tennessee favored heavily, with a spread of -14.5 and a total set at 143.5. The moneyline odds indicated Tennessee at -1650 and LSU at 950, reflecting the confidence in a Volunteers victory.
The game was played under standard conditions, with no adverse weather or external factors reported. Fans watching the game were treated to a display of competitive basketball, with key moments including Felix Okpara's layup and a series of free throws by Nate Ament that helped secure the win for Tennessee.
Overall, the matchup highlighted Tennessee's capability to dominate at home while exposing LSU's vulnerabilities on the road. The Volunteers' ability to maintain their scoring while tightening their defense was a decisive factor in their victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TENN -14.5 | 143.5 o -112 / u -108 | LSU Tigers +950 · Tennessee Volunteers -1650 |
Leaders
- PointsNate Ament22Tennessee Volunteers
- AssistsJa'Kobi Gillespie6Tennessee Volunteers
- ReboundsNate Ament9Tennessee Volunteers
- PointsMarquel Sutton15LSU Tigers
- AssistsJalen Reece4LSU Tigers
- ReboundsMarquel Sutton9LSU Tigers
Recent form
Tennessee Volunteers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W178.7 scored · 75.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W73-64at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 12
- L71-74at Kentucky WildcatsFeb 8
- W84-66vs Ole Miss RebelsFeb 4
- W77-69vs Auburn TigersFeb 1
- W86-85at Georgia BulldogsJan 29
- W79-73at Alabama Crimson TideJan 25
- L78-80vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 17
- W87-82vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 14
- L67-91at Florida GatorsJan 10
- W85-71vs Texas LonghornsJan 7
LSU Tigers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L272.6 scored · 81.2 allowed per game1-3 away
- L62-91vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 11
- L71-83vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 7
- W92-87at South Carolina GamecocksJan 31
- L66-80vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 29
- L81-85at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 24
- L61-79at Florida GatorsJan 21
- W78-70vs Missouri TigersJan 17
- L74-75vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 15
- L73-84at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 10
- L68-78vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | LSU Tigers | Tennessee Volunteers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-55 | 25-54 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 8-23 | 6-16 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 38 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 29 |
| Assists | 11 | 17 |
| Steals | 4 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 34 |
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 9 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-35Jalen Reece makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-37Bishop Boswell makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-37Marquel Sutton makes 2-foot dunk (Jalen Reece assists)
- 2nd Half37-40Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half40-40Jalen Reece makes 24-foot three point jumper (Rashad King assists)
- 2nd Half40-41J.P. Estrella makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-41Marquel Sutton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-41Marquel Sutton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-41Marquel Sutton makes 4-foot dunk (Mazi Mosley assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Jaylen Carey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-43Robert Miller III makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half46-44DeWayne Brown II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-45DeWayne Brown II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-46Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-47Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-47Rashad King makes layup
- 2nd Half48-49Nate Ament makes layup (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half48-50Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-50Marquel Sutton makes layup
- 2nd Half50-53Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Carey assists)
- 2nd Half50-55J.P. Estrella makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-58Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-58Mike Nwoko makes 12-foot hook shot (Rashad King assists)
- 2nd Half52-60J.P. Estrella makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-60Mike Nwoko makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-62J.P. Estrella makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-62Marquel Sutton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-64Nate Ament makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half58-64Marquel Sutton makes 27-foot three point jumper (PJ Carter assists)
- 2nd Half60-64Marquel Sutton makes layup (Pablo Tamba assists)
- 2nd Half60-66Nate Ament makes 6-foot jumper (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half61-66Pablo Tamba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Felix Okpara makes layup (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half62-68Pablo Tamba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Pablo Tamba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-73Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee Volunteers, below favours LSU Tigers.
Venue
- Food City CenterKnoxville, TN
- Attendance21678
- OfficialsByron Jarrett, Bharat Ramnanan, Lucas Santos
Elsewhere
- Carson Crawford, No. 46 in '27 class, commits to Arizona St.
- Tennessee's Ralph Scott to have knee surgery, out at least 6 months
- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
- With $6.5 million left on deal, UCLA fires AD Martin Jarmond