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Tennessee basketball's Braedan Lue aims to impact frontcourt as transfer

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Tennessee basketball's Braedan Lue aims to impact frontcourt as transfer
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Braedan Lue, a 6-foot-9 junior forward, transferred to Tennessee from Kennesaw State, committing in April. He averaged 10.9 points and 5.3 rebounds last season and brings a defensive focus to a revamped frontcourt. Lue joins Tennessee after four players departed, including NBA draftee Felix Okpara. Teammate Miles Rubin describes Lue as a 'Swiss Army knife' for his versatility on both ends of the court. Lue aims to develop under coach Rick Barnes and increase his chances of reaching the NBA.

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  • •Lue totaled 86 career blocks and 56 steals at Kennesaw State.
  • •He joined Tennessee following the departure of key frontcourt players.
  • •Lue hopes to follow former teammates to the NBA after their recent draft success.
  • •Coach Barnes emphasizes the quickness and effort of the new frontcourt players.
  • •Tennessee's roster features significant transfer portal contributions.
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  • 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Why Braedan Lue was called a Swiss Army Knife by Tennessee Basketball teammate
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Braedan Lue on why he chose Tennessee basketball, what he brings to a rebuilt frontcourt and his goals under Rick Barnes.

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