The eighth-ranked Tennessee Volunteers (17-6) take on the Arkansas Razorbacks (12-11) for an exciting SEC showdown on Wednesday, February 14 at 9:00 PM ET at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Volunteers are favored on the road, as they have a point spread coming in at -8.5 (-110).

The Volunteers have gone 3-2 in their last five meetings, with their most recent game snapping their two-game win streak. This was an 85-69 defeat against the Texas A&M Aggies.

Dalton Knecht is getting 20.3 points per game and is shooting 47.7 percent from the field. He is also making 76.6 percent of his foul shots, which shows he could be a threat late in the game at the line.

The Volunteers consistently score an average of 79.5 points per game, with a 44.9 percent success rate in field goals. Their effective teamwork is evident through an average of 17.0 assists per game, enhancing their scoring opportunities.

On the defensive end, they allow 68.0 points, creating a favorable point differential compared to their offensive output. Noteworthy statistics include 38.9 rebounds, 4.8 blocks, and 8.0 steals per game.

The Razorbacks have gone 2-3 in their previous five games and they need to find consistency this season. Their most recent battle was a 78-75 win over the Georgia Bulldogs. This put them back on the winning side after a 95-74 blowout defeat against the LSU Tigers the game prior.

Tramon Mark is averaging 17.6 points per game and is making 51.4 percent of his shots from the field. He is also making 78.5 percent of his free throws, which is great to see late in the game. He will need to set the tone early offensively if they want a shot at success.

The Razorbacks maintain a consistent scoring performance, averaging 76.0 points per game with an impressive 44.8 percent shooting accuracy. To enhance their offensive capabilities, they should focus on improving ball movement, currently averaging 11.8 assists per game.

Defensively, they hold opponents to an average of 77.8 points per game, showcasing a substantial margin of victory. They also excel in rebounding, blocks, and steals, averaging 35.6 rebounds, 6.5 blocks, and 5.7 steals per game, highlighting their versatile ability to disrupt opposing teams.

MyBookie offers betting odds for this college basketball showdown, featuring an 8.5-point advantage in favor of the Tennessee Volunteers. Market insights suggest an 86.5 percent probability of the Volunteers securing a victory on the road. Considering their current statistics and strength of schedule, it is highly probable that the Volunteers will both win and cover the spread.