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Nate Ament, Jaylen Carey propel Tennessee to 77-69 victory over Auburn

Nate Ament had 22 points, Jaylen Carey came off the bench to score 13 and Tennessee beat Auburn 77-69

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Goes for 13 points, eight boards Carey (undisclosed) finished with 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes during Saturday's 77-69 win over Auburn.

Impact Carey played a combined 27 minutes in his two previous game and provided just three points and eight boards. He was big against Auburn and his fourth double-digit scoring game in SEC play. The Vanderbilt transfer is averaging 8.6 points and 6.3 rebounds.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Active Saturday Carey (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game against Auburn.

Impact Carey, who was listed as probable earlier this week due to undisclosed reasons, will be available for Saturday's game against the Tigers. The 6-foot-8 junior has been productive off the bench for the Volunteers this season, averaging 8.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists on 18.1 minutes per game (20 games).

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Saturday Carey (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Tennessee's clash with Auburn on Saturday.

Impact Carey has yet to miss a game this season, and even though he popped up on the injury report, that shouldn't change given his probable designation. The junior forward averages 8.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Carey (leg) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against Georgia.

Impact Carey will be available for the Vols after being deemed questionable due to a leg injury. The junior forward will aim to advantage of his opportunities.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Wednesday Carey (leg) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Georgia.

Impact Carey hyperextended his leg during Tennessee's most recent game, but it looks like the injury won't require him to miss a game. The junior forward is averaging 8.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.4 assists across 18.4 minutes spanning 19 appearances (two starts).

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ament leads Tennessee against Georgia after 29-point game

Tennessee plays the Georgia Bulldogs after Nate Ament scored 29 points in the Volunteers' 79-73 victory over the Alabama Crimson Tide

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

May have hyperextended leg Carey is believed to have hyperextended his leg in the Volunteers' 79-73 win over Alabama, per Mike Wilson of On3.com.

Impact Carey left the game with just over 10 minutes to play, and didn't return to action. However, head coach Rick Barnes suggested that the forward could've returned to action if absolutely necessary. Still, Carey remains a question mark for the Vols' next game, a Jan. 27 clash at Georgia.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains leg injury vs. Bama Carey suffered a left leg injury in Tennessee's clash with Alabama on Saturday night, per Mike Wilson of On3.

Impact Carey had two points, five rebounds and one assist before he was knocked out of the Volunteers' clash with Alabama. The forward was taken to the locker room and appeared to be in significant pain. The extent -- and severity -- of Carey's injury is currently unknown.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting at Alabama Carey (undisclosed) isn't starting against Alabama on Saturday.

Impact Carey is replaced by J.P. Estrella in the Vols' starting five, who will earn his first career start. Carey got his first start since the opener in the Jan. 17 loss to Kentucky, but will now return to the bench against the Crimson Tide.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Kentucky completes another second-half comeback to stun No. 24 Tennessee, 80-78

Denzel Aberdeen scored 22 points, 18 in the second half, and Kentucky rallied from a 17-point first-half deficit to knock off No. 24 Tennessee, 80-78

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Snags seven rebounds Carey ended with six points (3-12 FG), seven rebounds and three assists over 21 minutes during Saturday's 80-78 loss to Kentucky.

Impact Carey had a chance to tie the game in the waning seconds after he snagged an offensive rebound off a intentionally missed free throw, but he was stuffed by several Wildcats. The 6-8 forward has averaged 9.5 points and 5.8 rebounds over his last five games. Carey has scored in double digits in six of his last eight contests.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nate Ament scores 23, 10 in 2OTs, as No. 24 Tennessee tops Texas A&M 87-82

Nate Ament scored 23 points, 10 of which came in the two overtime periods, as No. 24 Tennessee beat Texas A&M, 87-82

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

Ja'Kobi Gillespie scores 34 in No. 21 Tennessee's 85-71 win over Texas

Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 34 points to lead No. 21 Tennessee to a 85-71 victory over Texas

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Provides third double-double Carey ended Tuesday's 105-54 victory over South Carolina State with 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists across 22 minutes.

Impact Carey's three double-doubles have all been in the last six games. The powerhouse forward has scored in double digits in six of his last seven games and has converted 55.4 percent of his field goals over that span. He has only converts 48.7 percent of his free throws. Carey will open his second SEC slate, but first with Tennessee on Saturday against Arkansas. With Vanderbilt last season, Carey has seven points and six rebounds in a loss to the Razorbacks.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

South Carolina State visits No. 19 Tennessee following Johnson's 23-point outing

South Carolina State takes on the No. 19 Tennessee Volunteers after Jayden Johnson scored 23 points in the Bulldogs' 95-70 loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Gillespie, Abrams lead No. 20 Tennessee past overmatched Gardner-Webb, 94-52

Ja’Kobi Gillespie had 15 points and nine assists, Amaree Abrams scored 15 points and No. 20 Tennessee beat Gardner-Webb 94-52 on Sunday

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Gillespie scores 23 to lead No. 20 Tennessee over No. 11 Louisville 83-62

Ja’Kobi Gillespie had 23 points and five assists to lead No. 20 Tennessee to an 83-62 victory over No. 11 Louisville, snapping a three-game losing streak

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Gets second double-double Carey supplied 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-10 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals over 23 minutes during Tuesday's 83-62 win over Louisville.

Impact Carey has scored in double digits in four of his last five games. With Cade Phillips (shoulder) out for the rest of the season, the 6-8 junior should see more minutes. He is a load around the basket and is converting 57.0 percent of his field goals. Carey has at least three assists in three of his last four games. He should have value in deeper Tier 1 leagues going forward.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

William Kyle III makes a late go-ahead free throw and Syracuse takes down No. 13 Tennessee 62-60

Freshman Nate Kingz scored a career-high 19 points, William Kyle III made a go-ahead free throw with 13.8 seconds left, and Syracuse held off No. 13 Tennessee 62-60

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores season-high 22 Carey ended Tuesday's 62-60 loss to Syracuse with 22 points (10-16 FG, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds and one steal over 23 minutes.

Impact Carey has seen a nice bump in minutes. In his last three games, he has played at least 22 minutes and provided at least 11 points and seven rebounds. He brings a bit more beef than the other forwards on the Volunteer roster. Carey will need to play big on Saturday against Illinois.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides double-double Carey accumulated 11 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-6 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 81-76 loss to Kansas.

Impact The burly forward has back-to-back double-digit scoring games against strong Big 12 competition, Houston and Kansas. He showed off his interior passing skills with some nice pocket passes against the Jayhawks. The 6-8 junior has played increased minutes in each of the last four games. Carey and the Volunteers will look to get back in the win column on Tuesday against Syracuse.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ja'Kobi Gillespie's clutch free throws lift No. 17 Tennessee to 76-73 win over No. 3 Houston

Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 22 points, including six free throws in the final 35 seconds, to lead No. 17 Tennessee to a 76-73 victory over No. 3 Houston in the Players Era Championshi...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 13, snags seven boards Carey chipped in a season-high 13 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and seven rebounds over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 76-73 win over Houston.

Impact Carey showed up in a huge way against the excellent Cougar frontcourt. The 6-8 junior had a pair of big baskets in the second half as the Volunteers were holding onto a slim lead. He scored in double digits for the first time this season. His performance may lead to more playing time in future games starting on Dec. 2 at Syracuse.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ament has 18 points and 9 rebounds to lead No. 18 Tennessee past Mercer 76-61

Nate Ament scored 18 points and had nine rebounds to lead No. 18 Tennessee to a 76-61 victory over Mercer in the season opener for both teams

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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Nate Ament, Jaylen Carey propel Tennessee to 77-69 victory over Auburn

Ament leads Tennessee against Georgia after 29-point game

Kentucky completes another second-half comeback to stun No. 24 Tennessee, 80-78

Nate Ament scores 23, 10 in 2OTs, as No. 24 Tennessee tops Texas A&M 87-82

Ja'Kobi Gillespie scores 34 in No. 21 Tennessee's 85-71 win over Texas

South Carolina State visits No. 19 Tennessee following Johnson's 23-point outing

Gillespie, Abrams lead No. 20 Tennessee past overmatched Gardner-Webb, 94-52

Gillespie scores 23 to lead No. 20 Tennessee over No. 11 Louisville 83-62

William Kyle III makes a late go-ahead free throw and Syracuse takes down No. 13 Tennessee 62-60

Ja'Kobi Gillespie's clutch free throws lift No. 17 Tennessee to 76-73 win over No. 3 Houston

Ament has 18 points and 9 rebounds to lead No. 18 Tennessee past Mercer 76-61