Virginia, under interim coach Ron Sanchez following Tony Bennett's retirement, has also shown resilience, winning their last game against Villanova 70-60.

However, Tennessee will be missing forward J.P. Estrella due to a left foot injury and guard Cam Carr, who is sidelined for 4-6 weeks with a left thumb injury.

The No. 9 Tennessee Volunteers, boasting a perfect 4-0 record, are set to face the Virginia Cavaliers, who are also undefeated at 3-0, in the semifinals of the 2024 Baha Mar Championship.

Tennessee has been on a roll, winning all four of its games and covering the spread in its last three, including a decisive 64-42 victory over Virginia in their last outing.

The Volunteers' defense has been particularly impressive, allowing 57 points or fewer in three of their last four games, and limiting opponents to 68 points or less throughout the season.

This highly anticipated matchup will take place at the Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas, with a scheduled tip-off at 9:30 p.m. ET.

In terms of betting, Tennessee is favored at -192 on the moneyline, while Virginia sits at +158, indicating a higher risk for the Volunteers.

The spread is set at Tennessee -4.5, with expert predictions suggesting they will cover this spread, thanks to their strong defensive capabilities.

Despite their unbeaten record, Virginia has struggled against weaker opponents, failing to cover the spread in their first two games before their recent victory.

Senior guard Chaz Lanier has been a key contributor for Tennessee, scoring 19 points against Austin Peay, further enhancing the team's offensive strength.

Predictions indicate that Tennessee is expected to win the championship game against Baylor with a score of 78-71, showcasing their strong form heading into the tournament.

The Over/Under for the game is set at 144.5, with a lean towards the Over due to Baylor's recent offensive performance, averaging 102.3 points per game in their last three outings.