Tennessee vs Syracuse Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, December 2, 2025
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Tennessee heads to the JMA Wireless Dome aiming to bounce back from the loss to Kansas. The Volunteers are 7-1 and have looked strong on both ends with 85.9 points per game and a 49 percent shooting mark. Syracuse is 4-3 and undefeated at home, but the recent slide shows how much work is needed against high-level opponents. This matchup drops at 6:00 PM ET on ESPN2. From buzzer-beaters to spreads, we’ve locked in sharp college basketball picks.
Tennessee Preview
Tennessee uses a one-two punch with Ja’Kobi Gillespie scoring 18.5 points per game and Nate Ament adding 17.9 with 7.6 rebounds. The backcourt talent of Gillespie stands out at 5.3 assists per game, and the Volunteers pair that with 35.4 percent from three. The frontcourt has been efficient with J.P. Estrella shooting 74 percent and Felix Okpara hitting 55.3 percent while providing 1.8 blocks. Tennessee’s recent wins over Houston, Rutgers, and Tennessee State show how well this group handles tempo changes, and 43.6 rebounds per game give them the edge on the glass.
Ament’s scoring has helped Tennessee dictate the pace in most matchups. The Volunteers also take care of the ball with just 12.8 turnovers per game. That discipline creates advantages on the road. The lone loss to Kansas came in a competitive fight, and the team shot well enough to expect another strong offensive outing here.
Syracuse Preview
Syracuse relies on Kiyan Anthony’s 11.9 points per game, while Donnie Freeman has emerged as the most efficient scorer at 17.8 points on 50 percent shooting. William Kyle III anchors the interior with 8 rebounds per game and 2.3 blocks, giving the Orange needed size. Naithan George is the playmaker at 5.6 assists and at the other end, averages 1.6 steals. Syracuse averages 74.9 points and shoots 46.2 percent from the field, but turnovers and inconsistent perimeter shooting often create scoring droughts.
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Recent losses to Iowa State, Kansas, and Houston exposed problems in Syracuse’s execution. The Orange allow 65.3 points per game, but rebounding sits at 36.3, far below what Tennessee brings. If Syracuse’s shooters can’t match Tennessee’s pace or outside shooting, the pressure will shift quickly.
Syracuse vs Tennessee Prediction
Prediction: Tennessee’s balance, efficiency, and depth are too much for Syracuse, and the Volunteers’ frontcourt should control the glass. Syracuse will compete early, but Tennessee’s scoring will open a lead late. Tennessee 82, Syracuse 70. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Syracuse with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on Tennessee by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Syracuse vs Tennessee bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
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