Betting on College Basketball in Tennessee
| College Basketball Betting: | Legal (no player props or live betting) |
| Top TN College Basketball Programs: | Tennessee, Vanderbilt |
| Best CBB Betting Apps: | BetMGM, Fanatics, FanDuel, Caesars |
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Is It Legal to Bet on College Basketball in Tennessee?
Yes, you can legally bet on college basketball games in Tennessee. However, you cannot bet on college player props or live bets in the state.
How to Bet on College Basketball in Tennessee
Here's how to get started:
- ✅ Choose one of the Tennessee sports betting apps available.
- ✅ Create a new account and sign up.
- ✅ Deposit funds based on the TN sportsbook promo that you choose.
- ✅ Find the tab labeled "College Basketball" or "NCAAB."
- ✅ Choose your bet, enter the amount you want to wager and submit.
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TN-Based College Basketball Teams
| Team | Location |
|---|---|
| Austin Peay Governors | Clarksville |
| Belmont Bruins | Nashville |
| Chattanooga Mocs | Chattanooga |
| East Tennessee State Buccaneers | Johnson City |
| Lipscomb Bisons | Nashville |
| Memphis Tigers | Memphis |
| Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Murfreesboro |
| Tennessee Volunteers | Knoxville |
| Tennessee State Tigers | Nashville |
| Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | Cookeville |
| UT Martin Skyhawks | Martin |
| Vanderbilt Commodores | Nashville |
College Basketball Betting FAQs
Yes, you can bet on college basketball in Tennessee with one exception: you can't place bets on college player props or live bets. All other bets are fair game, including bets on Tennessee-based college teams.
The Tennessee Volunteers and Vanderbilt Commodores are two of the most popular Tennessee college basketball teams. There are 12 Division-1 college basketball teams in Tennessee.
