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Volunteers, Cyclones meet in Sweet 16 at United Center

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Chicago — Tennessee, the No. 6 seed, faces No. 2 Iowa State in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 at the United Center on March 27 at 10:10 p.m. ET as both teams seek a Midwest Region semifinal win to advance toward the Elite Eight on March 29. Iowa State listed All‑American Joshua Jefferson as questionable after a left ankle sprain sustained in the first round; coaches said evaluations continue up to tipoff. Key matchups include Iowa State shooters Milan Momcilovic and Tamin Lipsey versus Tennessee's frontcourt and guards, with broadcast windows on TBS and TruTV.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Jefferson sprained his left ankle during Iowa State's first-round win over Tennessee State.
Jefferson did not play in Iowa State's second-round win over Kentucky on March 22.
Tennessee beat Miami (OH) and Virginia to reach the Sweet 16 the same weekend.
NCAA listed Jefferson as questionable on the availability report ahead of March 27 matchup.
Sweet 16 game scheduled March 27 at 10:10 p.m. ET; winner advances to March 29 Elite Eight.

Why This Matters to You

This game could impact your weekend plans. If you're a fan of Tennessee or Iowa State, you'll want to tune in to TBS or TruTV on March 27 at 10:10 p.m. ET. Keep an eye on the status of Iowa State's Joshua Jefferson, who's recovering from an ankle sprain.

The Bottom Line

The Sweet 16 matchup between Tennessee and Iowa State is a key game in the NCAA Tournament. Both teams are fighting for a spot in the Elite Eight. If you're into college basketball, this is a game you won't want to miss. Worth forwarding if you know a hoops fan.