Knoxville, TN – In a performance that will be etched into the annals of Southeastern Conference (SEC) basketball history, Tennessee Volunteers point guard Zakai Zeigler delivered a breathtaking display of court vision and playmaking prowess, amassing an astounding 15 assists in a single game – a feat unseen in the conference for two decades.

Zeigler’s Historic Night: Tennessee Star Dishes 15 Assists in SEC Showdown.

 

Knoxville, TN – In a performance that will be etched into the annals of Southeastern Conference (SEC) basketball history, Tennessee Volunteers point guard Zakai Zeigler delivered a breathtaking display of court vision and playmaking prowess, amassing an astounding 15 assists in a single game – a feat unseen in the conference for two decades.

 

Zeigler orchestrated Tennessee’s offense with precision, threading passes through defenders and setting up his teammates for high-percentage shots. From pinpoint alley-oops to perfectly timed kick-outs for three-pointers, his ability to read the floor kept the opposing defense in constant disarray. The electric atmosphere inside Thompson-Boling Arena only fueled his confidence, as the Volunteers cruised to a dominant victory over their SEC rival.

 

“I just wanted to get my guys involved,” Zeigler said after the game. “When they’re hitting shots and the ball is moving, it makes my job easy.”

 

His 15-assist masterpiece not only set a new personal best but also marked the highest single-game assist total in the SEC in 20 years. The last player to reach such a mark was [insert player if known], cementing Zeigler’s place in conference lore.

 

Beyond the numbers, his leadership was on full display. Whether pushing the tempo in transition or controlling the half-court offense, Zeigler dictated the game’s rhythm. His performance reinforced Tennessee’s status as a serious contender in the SEC, with their offense firing on all cylinders under his command.

 

As the Vols continue their pursuit of a deep postseason run, Zeigler’s historic night will serve as a defining moment—both for his career and for Tennessee basketball’s championship aspirations.