LSU vs Tennessee Prediction 2/25/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Tennessee (22-5) vs. LSU (14-13)
February 25, 2025 9:00 pm EDT
The Line: LSU +10.5; Over/Under: 137.5
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In this article, we will formulate an LSU vs Tennessee prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, February 25th at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
LSU Tigers Betting Preview
The LSU Tigers are 14-13 (3-11) this year after they lost to Florida by a score of 79-65 in their last game. LSU led 37-31 at halftime, but they were outscored 48-28 in the second half in the loss. The Tigers shot 38.1% from the field, 29% on three-pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Robert Miller III led LSU with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Curtis Givens III added 11 points and four assists in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Tigers defeated South Carolina by a score of 81-67 and Oklahoma by a score of 82-79. LSU has lost eight of their last ten games and they are currently second to last in the SEC standings with a 3-11 record. LSU has scored 76.2 points per game and they have allowed 72.5 points per game, while also averaging 36.7 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. Cam Carter is averaging 16.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, while Jordan Sears is averaging 12.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this year. LSU is shooting 45.4% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 31.6% on three-pointers this season.
Tennessee Volunteers Betting Preview
The Tennessee Volunteers are 22-5 (9-5) this season after they defeated Texas A&M by a score of 77-69 in their last game. Tennessee led 36-32 at halftime and added 41 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Volunteers shot 42.6% from the field, 48.1% on three-pointers, and 90% on free throws in the game. Chaz Lanier led Tennessee with 30 points and five rebounds, while Zakai Zeigler added 16 points and seven assists in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Volunteers defeated Vanderbilt by a score of 81-76 but lost to Kentucky by a score of 75-64 before that. Tennessee has won five of their last six games and they are currently tied for fourth in the SEC standings with a 9-5 record. Tennessee has scored 74.7 points per game and they have allowed 60.8 points per game, while also averaging 37.6 rebounds and 15.8 assists per game this season. Chaz Lanier is averaging 18.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Zakai Zeigler is averaging 13.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game this year. Tennessee is shooting 45.4% from the field, 75.1% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this season.
Why Tennessee will beat LSU
- Tennessee has won each of its last 13 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- LSU has lost each of its last seven games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
- Tennessee has won the first half in nine of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of LSU’s last 12 games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents has produced a total of 140+ points.
- Five of Tennessee’s last six games at Pete Maravich Assembly Center have produced a total of 141+ points.
LSU vs Tennessee Prediction
Tennessee comes into this matchup after a very impressive road win against Tennessee, but they will be back on the road for this game. The Volunteers are ranked #5 in the country and they have been one of the best defensive teams in the nation, as they are allowing just 60.8 points per game. LSU has won two of their last three games and they had a halftime lead against Florida, but they were blown out in the second half for the loss. The Tigers are allowing 72.5 points against per game this year and they only have three conference wins on the season. LSU looks like they are showing a little improvement over the last two weeks, but I can’t trust them to score consistently against this Tennessee defense. Take the Vols on the road.
