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Readers rate Dalton Knecht. Who was Tennessee basketball’s best all-around player? | Adams

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March 10, 2024

Readers rate Dalton Knecht. Who was Tennessee basketball’s best all-around player? | Adams

You needed to see only a few games of Dalton Knecht to figure out the Northern Colorado transfer is one of Tennessee’s all-time best basketball players. In fact, he might be UT’s best all-around offensive player.

I’m not suggesting he’s better than Bernard King, who became a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. But King didn’t have Knecht’s shooting range. Knecht is effective from 3-point range, driving to the basket and from mid-range.

So, I asked my literary contributors for their take on Knecht and if they’re more apt to watch the Vols just because of him.

Chris writes: Yes, I emailed you earlier this year…that kid is legit and I do watch them more because of him.

My response: His ability to score from anywhere separates him from other UT stars.

Allan Houston was a great outside shooter but didn’t go to the basket as well as Knecht. Dale Ellis was a tremendous player in the early 1980s but was underutilized by coach Don DeVoe. Ellis did little more than post up and score inside – and he was dominant at that – but became one of the NBA’s best 3-point shooters.

Vols Mark writes: Let’s see how Knecht and the team finishes. March Madness typically reflects my emotional state. I hope things will be different with Knecht and team.

My response: Think how many Final Four runs have been fueled by a great player raising his game when it mattered most. Maybe, Knecht can be that player for the Vols.

James writes: I stand by my statement that Bernard King is not only the best all-around offensive player UT has had, he is the best college basketball player I have ever seen play (although I missed seeing Wilt Chamberlain and Pete Maravich play).

Knecht is up there with Allan Houston and does indeed make the team more fun to watch and follow. I hope he helps them finally find more success in the NCAA tournament.

My response: Never mind the cliché: “Records are made to be broken.” Two records that won’t be broken: Maravich’s career scoring average in college basketball (44.2 points per game) and Chamberlain’s single-season scoring average in the NBA (50.4 points per game in 1961-62).

Bill writes: Knecht is really good, but I can’t help but remember Jimmy England (before your time). The 3-point shot wasn’t available then, but he would have been great at it.

My response: I wasn’t in Knoxville when England played but I remember him. He wasn’t just an outstanding shooter. Coach Ray Mears always assigned him to defend the best opposing guard.

Vols Mark writes: I like Dalton a lot. I hope he is successful and makes it big in the NBA, too bad he will never get to play in a Final Four, but since I have only seen him play for about 3 minutes total, I could be a homer. It is baseball season, right?

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My response: Yes, you could be a homer. And yes, Tennessee Vols baseball has been under way for a month.

But because of Knecht, Tennessee’s basketball season should last longer than usual.

John Adams is a senior columnist. He may be reached at 865-342-6284 or john.adams@knoxnews.com. Follow him at: twitter.com/johnadamskns.

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Furman beats East Tennessee State for SoCon title, NCAA berth

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March 10, 2026

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Furman beats East Tennessee State for SoCon title, NCAA berth

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Cooper Bowser had 21 points and 11 rebounds as No. 6 seed Furman beat top-seeded East Tennessee State 76-61 on Monday night to secure the Southern Conference tournament title and an NCAA tournament bid.

Furman (22-12) won its eighth SoCon title in program history and first since defeating Chattanooga in 2023.

Tom House added 13 points off the bench for Furman and Alex Wilkins, who scored a career-high 34 to help rally from an 11-point halftime deficit in the semifinals, scored 12. Bowser was 9-of-12 from the field to help the Paladins shoot 51%.

Brian Taylor II scored 14 of his 16 points in the second half for ETSU (23-11), which was in the title game for the second time in three seasons. Blake Barkley added 14 points and Jaylen Smith had 10.

House made Furman’s sixth 3-pointer of the first half to extend the lead to 37-27 with four minutes left. The Paladins led 42-35 at the break.

Wilkins’ steal and fast-break dunk extended Furman’s lead to 72-61 with 2:11 left and Bowser added a hook shot in the lane on their next possession for a 13-point lead.

ETSU went 2-of-7 from the field over the final five minutes to halt a comeback attempt. The Buccaneers finished 3-of-16 from 3-point range and 10 of 18 at the free throw line.

The Buccaneers were trying for their first NCAA bid since 2020.

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Titans free agency: Tennessee signing offensive weapons to help QB Cam Ward, bolstering coach Robert Saleh’s defense, reports say

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March 9, 2026

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Titans free agency: Tennessee signing offensive weapons to help QB Cam Ward, bolstering coach Robert Saleh’s defense, reports say

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Let the spending spree begin. The NFL offseason is now in full swing as free agents are beginning to sign with new homes throughout the league ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft in April.

The Tennessee Titans are among the top franchises with the most cap space in the league.

Latest: Tennessee Titans reportedly trade young defensive tackle for Pro Bowl defensive end from New York Jets

Previous: Tennessee Titans release center Lloyd Cushenberry

Below is a look at the free agents and moves the Titans have reportedly made:

Cornerback Alontae Taylor – three-year $60 million deal
Cornerback Cor’Dale Flott – three-year $45 million deal
Defensive tackle John Franklin-Meyers – three-year $63 million deal
Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky – two-year deal
Tight end Daniel Bellinger – three-year $24 million deal
Wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson – four-year $70 million deal
Long snapper Morgan Cox – re-signed one-year deal

Before the free-agency frenzy, the Titans released center Lloyd Cushenberry and also reportedly traded away defensive tackle T’Vondre Sweat for Pro Bowl defensive end Jermaine Johnson.

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TN Lottery Cash 3 Evening, Cash 4 Evening winning numbers for March 8, 2026

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March 9, 2026

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The Tennessee Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at March 8, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Cash 3 numbers from March 8 drawing

Evening: 1-8-7, Wild: 8

Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Cash 4 numbers from March 8 drawing

Evening: 1-0-9-7, Wild: 7

Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Daily Tennessee Jackpot numbers from March 8 drawing

10-19-30-33-35

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Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from March 8 drawing

01-31-32-45-52, Bonus: 05

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Tennessee Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599.

For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Tennessee Lottery offices. By mail, send a winner claim form, winning lottery ticket, a copy of a government-issued ID and proof of social security number to P.O. Box 290636, Nashville, TN 37229. Prize claims less than $600 do not require a claim form. Please include contact information on prizes claimed by mail in the event we need to contact you.

To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a winner claim form and deliver the form, along with the ticket and government-issued ID and proof of social security number to any of these locations:

Nashville Headquarters & Claim Center: 26 Century Blvd., Nashville, TN 37214, 615-254-4946 in the (615) and (629) area, 901-466-4946 in the (901) area, 865-512-4946 in the (865) area, 423-939-7529 in the (423) area or 1-877-786-7529 (all other areas in Tennessee). Outside Tennessee, dial 615-254-4946. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.

Knoxville District Office: Cedar Springs Shopping Center, 9298 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922, (865) 251-1900. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $199,999.

Chattanooga District Office: 2020 Gunbarrel Rd., Suite 106, Chattanooga, TN 37421, (423) 308-3610. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $199,999.

Memphis District Office: Chiles Plaza, 7424 U.S. Highway 64, Suite 104, Memphis, TN 38133, (901) 322-8520. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $199,999.

Check previous winning numbers and payouts at https://tnlottery.com/.

When are the Tennessee Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT Tuesday and Friday.
Cash4Life: 9:15 p.m. CT daily.
Cash 3, 4: Daily at 9:28 a.m. (Morning) and 12:28 p.m. CT (Midday), except for Sunday. Evening game daily, seven days a week, at 6:28 p.m. CT.
Daily Tennessee Jackpot: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
Tennessee Cash: 10:34 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Powerball Double Play: 10:30 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.

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