The date of this highly anticipated matchup is December 8th. The time is set at 11:30 a.m. CT, and it will be held at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. This arena holds significance as it will be the stage for this intense battle between Vanderbilt and TCU.
TCU, with a record of 5-3 this season, has had a mix of wins and losses. They managed to defeat Xavier but fell to Colorado State, Santa Clara, and Michigan. The Horned Frogs are led by their top scorer, Frankie Collins, who averages 11.9 points per game.
Vanderbilt vs. TCU will be accessible on ESPNU. Fans can also tune in to 94.9 The Fan and the Vanderbilt Athletics app for the radio broadcast. This provides multiple options for viewers to catch all the action live.
For those unable to watch on TV or listen to the radio, there are various live stream options available. This ensures that basketball enthusiasts can follow the game from the comfort of their own homes.
Vanderbilt is expected to emerge victorious with a score of 80-78. This matchup is seen as favorable for Vanderbilt as TCU is a smaller team, giving Vanderbilt's guards the opportunity to be disruptive without having to worry too much about the lack of post presence.
Currently, the odds for this game are not available. However, the anticipation and excitement surrounding the matchup are palpable.
Karris Bilal has been sidelined due to injury and has not played for Vanderbilt this season. Alex Hemenway, on the other hand, was available for the first time against Virginia Tech but did not take the court.
The team will be hoping for a healthy lineup as they face TCU in this crucial game.
Vanderbilt's performance at the Charleston Classic has significantly enhanced their NCAA Tournament resume. The team's record of 8-1 showcases their strength and potential.
The upcoming schedule includes games against TCU on December 8th, The Citadel on December 18th, Austin Peay on December 21st, and New Orleans on December 30th. They will also face LSU on January 4th at LSU.
In the preseason media and coaches polls, Vanderbilt was picked to finish 16th in the SEC. This serves as motivation for the team as they look to prove their worth on the court.
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Tuesdays' setback to the Clemson Tigers left the Kentucky Wildcats reeling. When they took the court against the Gonzaga Bulldogs on Saturday, they found themselves trailing 50-34 at halftime. It seemed like an insurmountable gap, but the Wildcats were not ready to give up just yet.
The team's spirits were tested, but they knew they had the talent and determination to turn the tide. And that's exactly what they did in the second half.
Kentucky used a 16-2 run to get right back into the game. The energy on the court was palpable as the players fought tooth and nail to make up for the lost ground. Both teams went back and forth, with the score tied at 79-all through regulation. This led to an intense overtime period in Seattle.
The Wildcats showed incredible resilience in overtime. A 7-0 run to open the extra frame gave them the momentum they needed to pull off a massive 90-89 win over the Zags. It was a moment of pure magic that will be etched in the memories of Kentucky basketball fans forever.
After the big win, head coach Mark Pope, along with super seniors Andrew Carr and Jaxson Robinson, took to the podium to recap what was a fun night for BBN. Their words were filled with pride and gratitude for the team's effort.
Coach Pope praised the players for their never-give-up attitude and their ability to rise to the occasion. Andrew Carr and Jaxson Robinson added their own perspectives, sharing the excitement and the challenges of the game.
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