Tennessee Volunteers vs. LSU Tigers: Top Eight Images from the Vols' Controversial Loss

The Tennessee Volunteers (24-3, 12-2) were defeated by the LSU Tigers (22-5, 12-2) on the road in overtime, 82-80. It was apparent from the beginning of the game that it would be a tough, physical contest. LSU's Naz Reid and UT's Kyle Alexander opened up the game with back to back offensive fouls. It seemed […]

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The Tennessee Volunteers (24-3, 12-2) were defeated by the LSU Tigers (22-5, 12-2) on the road in overtime, 82-80.

It was apparent from the beginning of the game that it would be a tough, physical contest. LSU's Naz Reid and UT's Kyle Alexander opened up the game with back to back offensive fouls.

It seemed like LSU, whose top scorer was inactive, would be inefficient on offense after getting into foul trouble. However, they still found a way to score and led Tennessee towards the end of the first half.

Despite the Vols' willingness to take contested shots and unwillingness to find the open man, they still led LSU 36-31 going into halftime.

A big performance from Admiral Schofield (27 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist) throughout the game helped the Vols keep a small lead for the better part of the second half. Tennessee led 58-53 with just under eight minutes left to play.

LSU tied the game nearing the end of regulation, but a clutch rebound by Schofield provided the Vols with a chance to win the game.

However, the Vols failed to score and the game went into overtime.

Overtime was a back and forth brawl between the two SEC teams. An ill-advised three point attempt and a foul gave LSU a chance to score the final points and beat the Vols.

With LSU's win, there is now a three-way tie in the SEC between LSU, Kentucky, and Tennessee for the lead.

Here are the top eight pictures from the game:

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers forward Naz Reid (0) and Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield (5) vie for a rebound in the second half at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Grant Williams (2) is defended by LSU Tigers forward Kavell Bigby-Williams (11) in the first half at the Maravich Assembly Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Kyle Alexander (11) and LSU Tigers guard Marlon Taylor (14) fight for the ball in the first half at the Maravich Assembly Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers forward Naz Reid (0) and Tennessee Volunteers guard Lamonte Turner (1) lunge for the ball in the second half at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers guard Skylar Mays (4) falls into Tennessee Volunteers guard Admiral Schofield (5) in the second half at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Grant Williams (2) makes an offensive foul in overtime against LSU Tigers forward Kavell Bigby-Williams (11) at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers guard Ja'vonte Smart (1) celebrates taking the lead in overtime against the Tennessee Volunteers at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 23, 2019; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers forward Naz Reid (0) shoots over Tennessee Volunteers guard Jordan Bowden (23) in the second half at the Maravich Assembly Center. LSU won, 82-80 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

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