How It Works
Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers — Second Round, March 23, 2024
58–62R2
About This Game
In Charlotte, Tennessee and Texas engaged in a defensive slugfest where ball control and free throw precision trumped highlight-reel scoring. Both teams misfired relentlessly—combining for 82 missed shots in a low-scoring battle that tested patience and composure. The Volunteers' superior execution in the fundamentals proved decisive: Tennessee protected the basketball with just 12 turnovers compared to Texas's 17 miscues, and their free throw mastery (15 made to 11) created separation when every possession mattered. Dalton Knecht typified this game's gritty nature—his shooting touch abandoned him (5-for-18 from the field), yet he refused to disappear. When the final moments arrived and Tennessee needed a closer, Knecht stepped to the line and drained four consecutive free throws in the game's final 8.8 seconds, sealing a 62-58 victory and sending the Volunteers to the Sweet 16. This wasn't a game of explosive runs or individual brilliance—it was tournament basketball distilled to its essence: managing turnovers, making free throws, and the discipline to grind through 40 minutes of ugly, effective basketball. Now immortalized as a Gameprint, fans can relive every possession of this defensive masterclass, painted in the strategic colors and movements that decided an NCAA Tournament contest.
Game highlights: Tennessee's free throw dominance (15 made to Texas's 11) in close tournament game, Knecht's clutch 4 free throws in final 8.8 seconds despite 5-18 field goal night, Texas hampered by 17 turnovers versus Tennessee's 12, low-scoring defensive grind with 82 combined misses, Tennessee's rebounding edge (45-37) controlling the glass
Summary written with AI from the official play-by-play.
A Gift for Every Game
The best gifts for college basketball fans aren’t generic team merch — they’re personal. A Gameprint of Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers captures a specific game that means something: a rivalry win, a season to remember, a night at the arena. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays.
Were you there? If you or a friend went to this game, a Gameprint turns that memory into a lasting keepsake — the exact game you watched live, every play on your wall. There’s a gift for every game you’ve ever been to.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Texas Longhorns play Tennessee Volunteers?
Texas Longhorns played Tennessee Volunteers in the Second Round on March 23, 2024 at Spectrum Center.
What was the final score of Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers?
The final score was Texas Longhorns 58, Tennessee Volunteers 62.
What does the Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers Gameprint show?
Every possession — made shots, threes, free throws, misses and turnovers — from the official play-by-play of this game, laid out in order from tip-off to the final whistle, in your choice of team colors.
Is this a good gift for a Texas Longhorns or Tennessee Volunteers fan?
Yes — a Gameprint of Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers is a one-of-a-kind gift. Unlike generic team merchandise, it captures a specific game they actually care about. Popular for birthdays, graduations, Father’s Day, and holiday gifts.
Can I gift this to someone who was at the game?
Absolutely. If a friend or family member attended Texas Longhorns vs Tennessee Volunteers, a Gameprint turns that memory into wall art — the actual plays from the game they watched live. Customize the colors to make it personal.
Sizes, framing, shipping and color options: see the Gameprints FAQ.
Texas vs Tennessee in numbers
- 1 lead change
- 1 time tied
- 12-point largest lead (Tennessee)
- 10–0 run, the longest of the game (Tennessee)
- 10 made threes (Texas 7, Tennessee 3)
- 26 made free throws (Texas 11, Tennessee 15)
Counted from the play-by-play behind this print — every possession on the poster is one of these plays.
