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Nebraska held off a late Vanderbilt surge to win 74-72 and reach its first Sweet 16, with Rienk Mast steadying the finish and Braden Frager delivering the go-ahead layup as Tanner’s halfcourt try missed, sending a Paycom Center crowd into wild celebration.
Nebraska beat Vanderbilt 74-72 in Oklahoma City as Braden Frager drilled the game-winning layup with 2.1 seconds left; Vanderbilt star Tyler Tanner scored 27 but his final buzzer-beater try rimmed out, ending Vanderbilt's bid for a Sweet 16 return and sending Nebraska on to face the Florida/Iowa winner.
No. 4 seed Nebraska carries momentum from its inaugural NCAA Tournament win over Troy into a second-round matchup with No. 5 Vanderbilt in Oklahoma City, aiming to reach the Sweet 16. The Huskers’ success hinges on his hot shooting and rebounding, while Vanderbilt—led by Mark Byington and a veteran group including Tyler Tanner and Tyler Nickel—brings strong defense and turnover discipline but weaker rebounding. A prediction from the preview suggests Nebraska could sneak past Vanderbilt to advance.
Florida’s SEC Tournament run ended with a 91-74 semifinal defeat to Vanderbilt. The Commodores’ frontcourt shooting and physical defense strained Florida, whose struggles with ball security and missing opportunities on second chances contributed to the loss. Coach Todd Golden, along with Alex Condon and Thomas Haugh, emphasized the need to clean up turnovers, rebounding, and consistency as Florida shifts focus to the NCAA tournament.
Vanderbilt earned a double bye and sits No. 4 in the final SEC standings, pushing Tennessee to No. 5 behind them; the top four seeds Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, and Vanderbilt receive byes to the quarterfinals, with the rest of the field set for a March 11–15 schedule that runs from first-round games on Wednesday–Thursday through a Sunday championship; Vanderbilt could meet Tennessee in the quarterfinals if seeds hold.
Vanderbilt overwhelmed Kentucky 80-55 in Nashville, using a stronger frontcourt and hot shooting to pull away while Kentucky never found rhythm or energy; the lopsided loss sparked online criticism of Vanderbilt coach Mark Pope and UK athletic director Mitch Barnhart.
Florida upset No. 10 Vanderbilt 98-94 on the road after Xaivian Lee hit a go-ahead 3 with 44 seconds left and Alex Condon made two late free throws. Rueben Chinyelu posted a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double as UF moved atop the SEC in a back-and-forth game with 17 lead changes and 14 ties. The Gators shot well and dominated the boards, sealing the win with a clutch defensive stop in the final seconds.
A busted equipment-crew mistake left Florida players in nameless jerseys against Vanderbilt, but guard Xavian Lee exploded with a late, go-ahead three to lift the Gators to what may be their best win of the season, turning a chaotic sideline moment into a springboard as they prepare for LSU.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning returned from injury to lead the No. 20 Longhorns to a 34-31 victory over No. 9 Vanderbilt, despite a late rally by Vanderbilt. Manning threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns, helping Texas improve to 7-2 and stay in playoff contention, while Vanderbilt's loss hampers their SEC title hopes.
The Tennessee Volunteers secured a 36-23 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores, finishing their regular season at 10-2 and likely securing a spot in the College Football Playoff. Despite a rough start, Tennessee dominated the game with standout performances from Nico Iamaleava, who threw for 257 yards and four touchdowns, and Dylan Sampson, who rushed for 178 yards. The win, coupled with Ohio State's loss to Michigan, positions Tennessee favorably for a potential playoff game.
Pat McAfee, on ESPN's "College GameDay," predicted an upset in the college football matchup between No. 7 Tennessee and Vanderbilt, despite Tennessee's strong season and playoff aspirations. McAfee's prediction comes as Vanderbilt has shown potential by upsetting top-ranked Alabama earlier in the season, although they have struggled against other ranked teams recently. Tennessee, meanwhile, has had close games and two losses this season, adding intrigue to the rivalry game.
The Kentucky Wildcats secured a 93-77 win against the Vanderbilt Commodores in their home finale, with freshman guard Rob Dillingham leading the charge with 23 points. The victory marks four in a row for the young Kentucky team, who celebrated senior night and struggled with defense but showed promise for the upcoming NCAA Tournament.
The Florida Gators secured a 77-64 home victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores, with junior guard Will Richard leading the charge with 21 points, including five 3-pointers. The win marks the Gators' eighth victory in their last 10 games, solidifying their dominance at home and positioning them well in the SEC standings. The team's upcoming game is against Missouri, which is currently at the bottom of the league.
The Kentucky Wildcats secured a resounding 109-77 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores, with six players reaching double figures in scoring. Despite missing two starters, the Wildcats dominated the game, showcasing an impressive team effort. Twitter reactions highlighted standout performances, including Rob Dillingham's hot hand and Zvonimir Ivisic's impactful play. The win marked a significant turnaround for Kentucky, with the team's highest point total against an SEC opponent in years.
The NC State Wolfpack and Vanderbilt Commodores will face off in a college basketball game on November 23. Vanderbilt has been dealing with injuries, impacting their defensive performance. NC State has been strong offensively, despite struggling with three-point shooting. Vanderbilt has been successful in scoring second-chance points. Given these factors, the prediction is that there will be a high-scoring game, with the recommendation to bet on the over 142.5 total points.