Tennessee Wins After Dalton Knecht Single-Handedly Outscores Auburn, 25-21, During An Totally Crazy Stretch.
Wow, this kid is NBA-ready right now.
Wednesday night saw an unprecedented turnout at Food City Center, with a record-breaking crowd of 22,547 witnessing an unforgettable moment for Tennessee fans.
Facing off against the No. 11 Auburn Tigers, the No. 4 Volunteers found themselves trailing by eight points with less than 13 minutes remaining. Yet, in typical SEC home fashion, the Vols mounted a remarkable comeback to secure a thrilling 92-84 victory over their top-15 opponents.
The standout hero of the night? None other than Dalton Knecht, who put on a dazzling performance. The fifth-year guard delivered an astonishing 39-point display, matching his career high, with a staggering 27 points coming in the second half alone.
But that’s not all. Take a look at this mind-blowing stat that underscores Knecht’s pivotal role in securing the win for the Vols.