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Should Tennessee basketball fans be worried about Nate Ament?

Is it time to worry about Nate Ament? Here’s an in-depth look at his recent play, development, and what it means for Tennessee basketball.

Dec 2, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Nate Ament (10) shoots against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images | Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

When the five-star forward Nate Ament committed to the Tennessee basketball program last spring it sparked a sense of hope in the Vols fanbase. Ament was the highest rated recruit to ever commit to Tennessee basketball, and coming off an Elite Eight loss last march, he was expected to bolster the program to the next level.