The Vols closed a double - digit gap to 43 - 41 early in the second half .
Meeks hit three consecutive jumpers on a quick spurt that pushed UK to a 53 - 41 lead .
The Vols closed a double - digit gap to 43 - 41 early in the second half , but Meeks hit three consecutive jumpers on a quick spurt that pushed UK to a 53 - 41 lead .