In a nail-biting SEC basketball game, the No. 1 Auburn Tigers secured a narrow 53-51 victory over the No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers, thanks to a crucial 3-pointer by Miles Kelly and a strong performance by Johni Broome, extending their winning streak to 11 games.
The No. 10 Georgia Bulldogs secured a significant victory against the No. 4 Tennessee Volunteers with a 31-17 win at Sanford Stadium. Despite Tennessee's strong opening, Georgia made pivotal changes and relied on Carson Beck's skillful performance to turn the game around. The Bulldogs' defense improved drastically, mitigating Tennessee's offensive threats in the latter half, while their own offensive strategy including key drives, contributed to a decisive victory crucial for their College Football Playoff ambitions.