On Sunday, the Vols got knocked off by Alabama on a desperation shot from mid-court with time expiring.
Anthony Brock was the hero who took the shot, throwing Alabama into hysteria. Yet a day earlier Brock was gripped with sadness, as he was mourning the loss of his grandmother at her funeral. It wasn't until late in the night that he re-joined the team. With little sleep for an early afternoon game and a heavy heart, Brock scored 11 points and shot 3-of-3 from behind the arc, including the game-winner.
Sunday was not about Alabama snatching victory from the jaws of defeat with Brock's shot, however. Alabama led most of the game, and Tennessee was the team trying to catch up despite it being senior day in Knoxville. The Vols are just a team without a clue.
To lose on senior day, a day when emotions should be high, is inexcusable. The Vols backed into the SEC East title, acting like a team that did not take the Crimson Tide seriously.
Brock made them pay and, in the process, ended a sad week on a positive note.
