Tennessee Volunteers head basketball coach Rick Barnes praised his team’s defense after the Volunteers dominated Louisville at home Tuesday.

Tennessee is coming off a losing streak with an extended layoff, and Barnes has historically been excellent at home in these spots. The market has reflected that sentiment too, with Louisville moving from a slight opener favorite to a small underdog. If you’re a spot bettor, this is close to a dream one.

Tennessee vs. Louisville highlights the Tuesday night men's hoops schedule. Who will win this showdown on Rocky Top?

Louisville Cardinals basketball coach Pat Kelsey pointed to defensive grit as a silver lining after the Cardinals’ blowout loss to Tennessee.

Ja'Kobi Gillespie had 23 points and five assists to lead No. 20 Tennessee to an 83-62 victory over No. 11 Louisville, snapping a three-game losing streak.

The Louisville Cardinals' post depth was on display against Eastern Kentucky. Jeff Walz's Louisville women's basketball team faces Tennessee next.

Tennessee guard Bishop Boswell is expected to return against Louisville after he was hit in the face in the first half.

Louisville star freshman Mikel Brown Jr. did play Tuesday night against Tennessee because of a lower back injury.