Tennessee secures visit from 6-foot-11 defensive weapon, frontcourt target to pair with Miles Rubin

“Barnes is getting Tennessee involved with a 6-foot-11 big man from Denmark. The Vols are hosting former Oregon State Center Johan Munch next Friday after he visits SMU. Last year, he averaged 7.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists. This is a big addition for Tennessee, both figuratively and literally. At 6-foot-11, 220 pounds, Munch fits exactly what Rick Barnes looks for: physical rebounding and great defense. He’s not a huge offensive threat, but he can finish at the rim and draw fouls consistently. It looks like the biggest threat for Munch is SMU right now, which Tennessee shouldn't have trouble holding off. If they can land Munch, it would be a very good addition. I don't think he will break the bank, and he will do what the Vols need out of a center,” All For Tennessee’s Conner Linser wrote.

Landing Munch would be a major boost for the Vols, giving them two rim protectors alongside Miles Rubin. Barnes has consistently prioritized defensive big men, and this pairing would reinforce that identity.

The Volunteers are assembling what could be one of the best teams in program history. There is little doubt Barnes is going all-in, and adding Munch would bring another important dimension to the roster.