Vanderbilt isn't the same team without Festus Ezeli, who has been out due to a suspension and recovery from a sprained knee. They lost to Xavier at home on Monday.

While not having Ezeli hurts Vanderbilt's chances to win, the absence of a true point guard who can control the offense late in games is sizable flaw.

Brad Tinsley is a good perimeter shooter, but he struggles to get Vanderbilt into their offense.