This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with junior forward Cade Phillips as Tennessee basketball gears up for the 2025 season.

Phillips reflects on a fast offseason, lessons from back-to-back Elite Eight runs, and stepping into a leadership role as the most tenured Vol on the roster. He talks about the team’s chemistry with five new freshmen and three transfers, the challenge of opening against Duke, and what Coach Barnes’ lifetime contract means to the program.

With the season fast approaching, Phillips and the Volunteers are focused on building momentum and chasing another deep postseason run.