BREAKING NEWS: Tennessee’s Dynamic Duo STUNS UCLA: Chaz Lanier and Zakai Zeigler Deliver Epic Performance to Secure 3rd Straight Sweet 16 Berth!.
Tennessee basketball is heading to the Sweet 16 for the third consecutive year, and they have Chaz Lanier and Zakai Zeigler to thank for it. In a thrilling second-round NCAA Tournament showdown, the Volunteers took down UCLA in a nail-biting 76-72 victory, with Lanier and Zeigler putting on a show for the ages.
Lanier, the sharpshooting guard, delivered a career-defining performance, dropping 27 points on an efficient 10-of-15 shooting. His ability to knock down clutch shots and stretch the Bruins’ defense was a game-changer. Meanwhile, Zeigler, the fiery floor general, orchestrated the offense with precision, tallying 18 points and eight assists while playing stifling defense. His leadership and relentless energy proved crucial in the closing minutes.
UCLA put up a fight, with their star forward battling through double teams to keep the Bruins within striking distance. However, every time UCLA made a push, Tennessee had an answer. A late three-pointer by Lanier with under a minute left extended the Vols’ lead, and Zeigler iced the game at the free-throw line.
This win marks another milestone for Tennessee under head coach Rick Barnes, as they continue their deep tournament run with hopes of making their first Final Four since 2010. With Lanier and Zeigler leading the charge, the Volunteers look like a dangerous team no one wants to face.
Next stop: the Sweet 16, where Tennessee will try to keep their championship dreams alive.
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