Tennessee's Ja’Kobi Gillespie scores 29 points, leading the Vols to a 78-56 win over Miami (Ohio) in the NCAA Tournament.

On March 20, 2026, Tennessee guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored a game-high 29 points, including six three-pointers, to lead the No. 3 seed Volunteers to a 78-56 victory over Miami (Ohio) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Playing through lingering injuries, Gillespie helped Tennessee advance to the second round, where they will face Virginia. The win marked a pivotal moment for the Vols, who entered the game with a 22-11 record.