Tennessee stayed right with Kansas on Friday night in Brooklyn, even looking like the better team for a good chunk of the night. They were able to hold a small lead for the majority of the second half, finding a way to punch back every time they were hit in the mouth — until Grant Williams fouled out.
The Vols’ star forward was brilliant again on Friday. Tennessee’s offense ran through him, despite plenty of attention and double teams. Williams was able to put up 18 points, but more importantly, Grant made the right plays when double-teamed.