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Tennessee basketball introduces 13 new players ahead of 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 9:08 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Tennessee basketball introduces 13 new players ahead of 2026-27 season
Summary

Tennessee basketball is set to begin its 2026-27 season with an exhibition game against Xavier on October 15 at Food City Center. The team will feature 13 new players, aimed at improving their performance for a potential Final Four run. Significant additions include Dai Dai Ames, an All-ACC guard from Cal, and Juke Harris, who was recognized as the ACC's Most Improved Player last season. Upcoming preseason games against Xavier and Duke are crucial for team cohesion before the regular season opener on November 3 against Wofford.

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  • •Tennessee opens season with an exhibition game on October 15.
  • •13 new players join the roster, including several transfers.
  • •Dai Dai Ames averaged 16.9 points at Cal last season.
  • •Juke Harris was the ACC's Most Improved Player last season.
  • •Regular season begins against Wofford on November 3.
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  • 9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Meet Tennessee basketball's 13 new players for the 2026-27 season
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Tennessee basketball is welcoming 13 new players to the roster for the 2026-27 season as it tries to push through to the Final Four.

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