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Vols' Key Player Returns for SEC Tournament Push
12 Mar
Summary
- Nate Ament returns to practice, expected for SEC tournament game.
- Ament averages over 17 points and nearly 6.5 rebounds per game.
- Tennessee faces Auburn on Thursday at 3:00 PM ET on SEC Network.
The Tennessee Volunteers' availability report for their upcoming SEC tournament game has been released, showing a significant positive development. Freshman forward Nate Ament has returned to practice, indicating he will likely be available for Thursday's contest. Ament has been sidelined due to lower extremity issues but his return is a major boost for the fifth-seeded Volunteers.
Ament has been a crucial player for Tennessee this season, averaging over 17 points and nearly 6.5 rebounds per game. His contributions are vital, as he leads the team in rebounds and is second in scoring. The team also saw Amari Evans and Troy Henderson available for practice, further solidifying their roster.
The Volunteers are set to face Auburn in their opening SEC tournament game on Thursday at 3:00 PM ET on SEC Network. Auburn advanced after defeating Mississippi State and is currently fighting for an NCAA tournament bid, making them a challenging opponent for Tennessee.
