The 1957-1958 Tennessee Volunteers basketball team was a powerhouse on the court, boasting an impressive record of 16-7 and ranking 5th in SEC MBB with a 9-6 record in conference play. Under the leadership of Coach Emmett Lowery, the Vols scored an average of 77 points per game, making them one of the top 15 scoring teams in the nation.

Their opponents, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with the Vols' pace, allowing an average of just 67.1 points per game. This defensive effort helped Tennessee secure victories over formidable opponents such as Kentucky and Vanderbilt.

In fact, the Vols' impressive performance on both ends of the court earned them a spot in the top 35 teams in the nation according to their SRS, or Simple Rating System, which takes into account average point differential and strength of schedule.

Despite facing a slightly below-average strength of schedule, the 1957-1958 Tennessee team proved they were a force to be reckoned with on the court. Their dynamic play and strong leadership helped them secure a spot as one of the top teams in the SEC and in the nation.