Tennessee finds itself on the road but remains in great shape. Currently leading Miami 38 - 25, they have a comfortable cushion. Entering the game with an eight-game winning streak, they're just one half away from making it nine. Will they continue their dominance, or will Miami rise to the occasion? We're about to find out.

Tennessee vs Miami - A Battle of College Basketball Titans

Tennessee's Road Performance

Tennessee has been on a remarkable run, winning eight consecutive games and looking unstoppable. Their recent victory over Syracuse, where they bagged a 96 - 70 win, is a testament to their dominance. Chaz Lanier stood out with 26 points, while Zakai Zeigler contributed 14 points along with eight assists and four steals. This consistent performance has kept their perfect season alive.They have a knack for sweeping their opponents off the court, having won six contests by 22 points or more this season. This shows their ability to dominate from start to finish and maintain a high level of play.

Miami's Home and Away Struggles

Miami has enjoyed a three-game homestand but now has to face the challenge on the road. They will take on the Tennessee Volunteers at 6:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden. Despite the odds being in their favor, they faced a tough defeat against Clemson last Saturday, losing 65 - 55.This marked their lowest-scoring matchup of the season, with only five assists, the fewest they've managed all year. Nijel Pack's 0 - 7 three-point shooting didn't help their cause either. However, players like Lynn Kidd showed some promise, going 5 for 7 and scoring 10 points along with eight rebounds.Miami's record dropped to 3 - 6 with this loss, their third straight at home. They will need to step up their game if they want to turn things around on the road.

The Shooting Duel

Miami is known for their shooting prowess this season, draining 48.9% of their field goals per game. But Tennessee, currently ranked first, isn't far behind, having made 52.5% of their field goals. This clash of shooting skills will be interesting to watch as both teams have the ability to score.Tennessee's ability to dominate on both ends of the court and Miami's shooting potential make this game a must-watch. It will be a test of their respective strengths and weaknesses.

Odds and Predictions

Miami is a big 16.5 - point favorite against Tennessee, according to the latest college basketball odds. The oddsmakers were accurate in setting the spread at 16.5 points, and it remains unchanged. The over/under is set at 145.5 points.SportsLine's advanced computer model provides college basketball picks for every single game, including this one. It will be interesting to see how these predictions play out on the court.