Tennessee continues perfect start with comeback win over MTSU
Vols overcome first halftime deficit of season to move to 12-0
Published: Dec. 23, 2024 at 9:19 PM CST
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tennessee outscored MTSU 48-24 in the second half of Monday’s contest in Knoxville, overcoming a 40-34 halftime deficit to take down the Blue Raiders 82-64.
The halftime deficit was the first the Volunteers have faced this season.
The win improves Tennessee to 12-0, the program’s best start since the 1922-23 season.
Chaz Lanier led the way with 23 points. Zakai Zeigler added 17 points and a career-high 15 assists.
The Vols will return to action to close out 2024 against Norfolk State on New Year’s Eve. Tipoff is set for 3:00 inside Food City Center.
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