Lady Vols basketball vs Samford score today: Live updates, game highlights, how to watch

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It’s officially time for Lady Vols basketball in Knoxville.

Tennessee hosts Samford in its season opener in Kim Caldwell’s first season at Food City Center on Tuesday (6:30 p.m., SEC Network+). The Lady Vols made an impression in their exhibition, winning 135-49 against Carson-Newman.

Tennessee was picked to finish No. 7 in the SEC by both the media and the league’s coaches. It received votes in both preseason national polls, and UT was the third team out in the USA TODAY coaches poll.

Lady Vols basketball vs. Samford score updates

What time does Lady Vols basketball vs. Samford play today?

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024
  • Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
  • Location: Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center

What channel is Lady Vols basketball vs. Samford on today?

Lady Vols vs Samford live stream options

Lady Vols basketball vs. Samford will not be broadcast on linear television, it will be streamed on SEC Network+. Will Boling and former Lady Vol Kamera Harris will call the game from the court in Food City Center. Other streaming options for this game include Fubo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

Lady Vols vs Samford predictions

Tennessee 105, Samford 58: Samford was picked to finish third in the Southern Conference, but it will be no match for Tennessee. The Lady Vols should win their season opener handily — maybe not as wide of a margin as their exhibition, but it’ll feel just as dominant.

Lady Vols vs Samford injury updates

Tennessee will be without two guards to start the season. Senior guard Kaiya Wynn was announced out for the season with a torn Achilles and walk-on guard Edie Darby is out for “an extended period of time” due to a left foot injury.

Tennessee Lady Vols basketball schedule 2024-2025

Lady Vols basketball’s next five games:

  • UT Martin: 6:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 7 (SEC Network+)
  • Middle Tennessee: 6:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 12 (SEC Network+)
  • Liberty: noon ET on Nov. 16 (SEC Network+)
  • Western Carolina: 7 p.m. ET on Nov. 26 (SEC Network)
  • Florida State: 7:15 p.m. ET on Dec. 4 (SEC Network)

Cora Hall covers University of Tennessee women’s athletics. Email her at cora.hall@knoxnews.com and follow her on Twitter @corahalll. If you enjoy Cora’s coverage, consider a digital subscription that allows you to access all of it.

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