Rick Barnes and the Tennessee basketball team have arrived in Nashville ahead of a highly anticipated matchup against Illinois on Saturday. The primetime showdown features two top-15 teams in the nation, ensuring national attention comes Saturday night.
Some of the Tennessee players met with the media on Friday during practice, and star point guard and team leader Ja'kobi Gillespie had an eye-opening quote about the Vols' work ethic.
"Just feels like some guys are just playing and not playing with a purpose."
JaKobi Gillispie and the #Vols look to establish its identity ahead of Top 15 match against Illinois.