Tennessee basketball continues to shine on the national stage, and two of its biggest stars, **Zakai Zeigler** and **Chaz Lanier**, are in the spotlight once again. Both players have been named finalists for major college basketball awards, proving their dominance this season.Two of Tennessee’s biggest playmakers, Zakai Zeigler and Chaz Lanier, have been named finalists for some of college basketball’s most prestigious awards, putting them in the national spotlight.
Zeigler, the heartbeat of the Volunteers, is among the finalists for the **Nolan Richardson Award**, an honor given to a player who embodies leadership, toughness, and the will to win. He and Lanier are also in contention for the **Lute Olson Award**, recognizing the best player in Division I basketball.
Zeigler has been electric, averaging **13.1 points, 7.5 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.9 steals per game**. A defensive anchor, he has already claimed **SEC Defensive Player of the Year twice** and is a semifinalist for the **Naismith Defensive Player of the Year**. His ability to impact the game on both ends makes him one of the most complete guards in the country.
Lanier has been just as lethal, leading the Vols in scoring with **17.9 points per game** while shooting an impressive **40.5% from three-point range**. His deep-range accuracy ranks him among the best shooters in Power Five basketball over the past 15 years.
Both awards will be decided in **April at the Final Four in San Antonio**, where the winners will be announced. With the **SEC Tournament ahead**, Zeigler and Lanier have the perfect stage to prove why they deserve national recognition.
Tennessee (25-6) is gearing up for a deep postseason run, and with these two leading the charge, the Vols are a team to watch.
**Will Zeigler and Lanier make history? Or will the competition be too fierce? Stay tuned—this season is far from over.** 🔥🏀 #GoVols
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