1. I have declared them the honorary team of College Basketball Times' writers - The Volunteers
2. Head Coach Rick Barnes has the Vols in their sixth consecutive tournament, and they reached the Elite Eight in 2024.
3. Did you know All-American shooting guard Chaz Lanier is the son of Bob Lanier's nephew?
4. Defense wins championships. The Vols bring the D - featuring two Naismith Defensive Player of the Year finalists - Zakai Zeigler and Jahmai Mashack
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