St. Peter's vs Tennessee Picks and Prediction – 3/22/2024

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We start our 2024 NCAA Tournament adventure in the Midwest Region, as the Saint Peter's Peacocks are poised to clash with the Tennessee Volunteers. Both teams have earned their spot in the tournament and are eager to make their mark with a strong performance in this opening game. Get in on all the tourney action with our free college basketball picks.

The Saint Peter's Peacocks (19-13) enter the tournament as the 15 seed in the region. Needing a conference tournament win to make the field, the Peacocks did just that. With a gritty defense and a penchant for disrupting their opponents' rhythm, Saint Peter's is a tough matchup for any team. On offense, the Peacocks score 65 points per game on 40% shooting. Led by their star player, Corey Washington (16.5 PPG), the Peacocks will look to impose their will and frustrate Tennessee with their stifling defensive pressure.

On the other side of the court, the Tennessee Volunteers (24-8) come into the tournament with high expectations and a talented roster capable of making a deep run as the 2 seed. With a balanced offensive attack, averaging 80 points per game on 44% shooting, and a physical style of play, Tennessee presents a formidable challenge for Saint Peter's. Led by standout guard Dalton Knecht (21.1 PPG), the Volunteers will look to push the pace and assert themselves early in the game.