Miami (Ohio) RedHawks vs. Tennessee Volunteers Live Score and Stats
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Key Points:
- Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 29 points, including six 3-pointers, to lead sixth-seeded Tennessee to a 78-56 victory over Miami (Ohio) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
- Tennessee dominated early, building a 20-point halftime lead with strong shooting and interior scoring, and will face third-seeded Virginia in the Midwest Region next.
- Miami (Ohio) entered the tournament with an undefeated 31-0 regular season but struggled against Tennessee's defense, with only Peter Suder scoring in double digits with 27 points.
- Gillespie, a transfer from Maryland, has been a key contributor for Tennessee, which has consistently been a strong March contender under coach Rick Barnes.
