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USA Today
08-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Where ESPN ranks Alabama basketball in way-too-early 2025-26 Top 25 rankings
Where ESPN ranks Alabama basketball in way-too-early 2025-26 Top 25 rankings With a national champion now officially decided, the attention across college basketball now begins to shift toward the 2025-26 season, one that is shaping up to be yet another strong one for the Alabama Crimson Tide. This thought has already been echoed across college basketball as well, as Alabama currently projects to be one of the nation's top preseason teams in 2025-26, with USA TODAY Sports ranking the Crimson Tide at No. 6 nationally. However, what about ESPN, who released their way-too-early Top 25 on Tuesday morning? Well, ESPN currently has Alabama ranked as the nation's No. 11 team in their way-too-early rankings, which is the third-highest of any SEC team behind No. 6 Kentucky and No. 7 Arkansas. ESPN's Jeff Borzello also commented on the Crimson Tide entering the offseason, saying of their No. 11 ranking: "We just assume Nate Oats will make the right decisions in the transfer portal this spring, considering the Crimson Tide have figured it out seemingly every offseason. Labaron Philon is an NBA decision to watch, but Aden Holloway and a healthy Latrell Wrightsell Jr. should form a solid backcourt. The Tide have also already landed three transfers: Noah Williamson (Bucknell), Taylor Bol Bowen (Florida State) and Jalil Bethea (Miami). They're not done yet, either." Borzello also projects the Crimson Tide's starting lineup to consist of Aden Holloway, Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Derrion Reid, Jarin Stevenson, and Noah Williamson. The Crimson Tide are still awaiting decisions from both Reid and Stevenson as to if they will return to Alabama next season. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion.
USA Today
08-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Auburn in Top 10 rivalry rematch
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Auburn in Top 10 rivalry rematch Having lost their last two games, the Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team will be back in action Saturday afternoon to close out the SEC regular season, facing the in-state rival Auburn Tigers in what will be their seventh consecutive contest against a ranked opponent, as well as third-straight against a top five foe. Two teams ranked within the Top 10 nationally at the moment, Alabama and Auburn previously met just a few weeks ago in Tuscaloosa, a game that the Tigers won by a final score of 94-85 in what was a matchup between No. 1 and No. 2. As for this version of the rivalry however, the game shifts now to Auburn where the No. 1 ranked Tigers will host an Alabama team that has lost two-straight. Auburn has also already wrapped up the SEC regular season title, while Alabama will be playing for both seeding in the SEC and NCAA Tournament. Alabama's final game of the regular season, here are the latest betting odds for Saturday's ranked game between the Crimson Tide and Tigers as of Friday, Mar. 7. Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Auburn Tigers game odds: All college basketball odds via BetMGM: Spread: Auburn (-7.5) Auburn (-7.5) Money Line: Alabama (+260), Auburn (-325) Alabama (+260), Auburn (-325) Over-Under: 177.5 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Auburn Tigers injury updates: According to the SEC Men's Basketball Availability Report as of Friday, Mar. 7: Alabama Crimson Tide Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Guard - Out Derrion Reid, Forward - Out Houston Mallette, Guard - Out Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Auburn Tigers prediction, pick: Playing in Auburn, Alabama has historically not had as much success inside of Neville Arena in recent years, winning only three of the last 10 meetings dating back to the 2014-15 season. As for this year's meeting, Auburn is certainly the favorite going into Saturday afternoon, and these two teams should play a close, high-scoring contest in which a victory is a possibility for both teams. Prediction: Alabama 84, Auburn 88 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Auburn Tigers channel, start time, streaming: Alabama vs. Auburn will take place Saturday, Mar. 8, from Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama. The game will begin at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. Get more betting analysis and predictions at Sportsbook Wire.
USA Today
05-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Florida in Top 10 matchup
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Florida in Top 10 matchup One of the biggest games of the Alabama Crimson Tide's 2024-25 season so far has now officially arrived, as the program is set to play the final game inside Coleman Coliseum this year against the Florida Gators in SEC action. A pair of Top 10 teams, Alabama and Florida are currently tied for second play in the SEC standings at 12-4 against conference foes, meaning that seeding for the upcoming SEC Tournament is on the line here. However, that is not all up for grabs Wednesday night between the Crimson Tide and Gators either. In addition to that, Alabama and Florida are also both playing for seeding in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, with the Crimson Tide and Gators in consideration to eventually receive a one-seed on Selection Sunday, and if it were to come down to both for a spot on the one-line, the eventual winner of this game could go a long way in deciding that. Here are the latest betting odds for the Alabama vs. Florida game as of Tuesday night, Mar. 4, as well as a prediction for the matchup. Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Florida Gators game odds: All college basketball odds via BetMGM: Point Spread: Alabama (-3.5) Alabama (-3.5) Money Line: Alabama (-170), Florida (+140) Alabama (-170), Florida (+140) Over-Under: 177.5 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Florida Gators injury updates: According to the SEC Men's Basketball Availability Report on Tuesday night: Alabama Crimson Tide Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Guard - Out Derrion Reid, Forward - Out Houston Mallette, Guard - Out Grant Nelson, Forward - Questionable Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Florida Gators prediction, pick: As mentioned above, this is a massive game in terms of SEC and NCAA Tournament seeding for both teams, and as the matchup is taking place in Tuscaloosa, I'll go with Alabama to win here in front of what will be a raucous crowd in Coleman Coliseum. The winner of this game secures a double-bye in the SEC Tournament, as well as increases their chances for a one-seed in March Madness, and I'll say Alabama bounces back from their loss Saturday with a win at home. Prediction: Alabama 85, Florida 80 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Florida Gators channel, start time, streaming: Alabama vs. Florida is set to be played Wednesday, Mar. 5 from inside of Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The game is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN2. Get more betting analysis and predictions at Sportsbook Wire.
USA Today
01-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Tennessee in top five showdown
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Tennessee in top five showdown With only three games remaining in the Alabama Crimson Tide's regular season schedule, the program now begins what is simply a challenging road ahead, starting Saturday with a road game against the Tennessee Volunteers. Yes, Alabama will certainly play a challenging road ahead between now and the end of the regular season, as each of their three remaining games are against an opponent currently ranked within the top five nationally, The first of those is Tennessee, who come into Saturday ranked No. 5 in both the AP and Coaches' Polls at 23-5 overall, along with 10-5 in SEC play. As for Alabama, the Crimson Tide currently sit just behind the Volunteers at No. 6 nationally in both polls, while also 23-5 overall this season. Alabama however owns a better record in SEC play at 12-3, which is two games behind first place in the conference standings. Two teams that are also fighting for a one-seed in both the NCAA and SEC Tournament's, here are the latest betting odds for Saturday's top five matchup between Alabama and Tennessee in Knoxville as of Friday, Feb. 28. Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers game odds: All college basketball odds via BetMGM Point Spread: Tennessee (-3.5) Tennessee (-3.5) Money Line: Alabama (+145), Tennessee (-175) Alabama (+145), Tennessee (-175) Over-Under: 158.5 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers injury updates: According to the SEC Men's Basketball Availability Report Alabama Crimson Tide Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Guard - Out Derrion Reid, Forward - Out Houston Mallette, Guard - Out Mark Sears, Guard - Probable Tennessee Volunteers J.P. Estrella, Forward - Out Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers prediction, pick: As with recent years, the storyline of this matchup going in will be Alabama's offense vs. Tennessee's defense, with both ranking among the nation's best in each category. Alabama has also lost three-straight against Tennessee as we enter Saturday, and even despite playing in front of what should be a raucous environment, the pick to win goes to the Crimson Tide in a close one. Prediction: Alabama 76, Tennessee 73 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers channel, start time, streaming: Alabama vs. Tennessee will begin at 4 p.m. ET on ESPN. The game will be played Saturday, Mar. 1 from Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Get more betting analysis and predictions at Sportsbook Wire.
USA Today
19-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Missouri in Top 25 showdown
Needing a bounce-back performance coming off a loss, the Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team is set to travel Wednesday night to Columbia to resume SEC play against the Missouri Tigers. A Top 25 matchup, both of Alabama and Missouri come into this game among the top teams in the SEC, with this an important game for both teams in their own right. For Alabama, the Crimson Tide need a win to keep pace for first place in the SEC standings, while Missouri themselves are only three games back of the Auburn Tigers, sitting fifth in the conference. Both the Crimson Tide and Tigers are also playing for seeding in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, with Alabama in particular currently sitting projected on the one-line. Here are the latest betting odds, as well as a prediction, for the Alabama vs. Missouri game as of Tuesday, Feb. 18. Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Missouri Tigers game odds: All college basketball odds via BetMGM: Spread: Alabama (-1.5) Alabama (-1.5) Money Line: Alabama (-118), Missouri (-102) Alabama (-118), Missouri (-102) Over-Under: 171.5 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Missouri Tigers injury updates: Injury updates according to the SEC Men's Basketball Availability Report as of Tuesday night, Feb. 18: Alabama Crimson Tide Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Guard - Out Houston Mallette, Guard - Out Derrion Reid, Forward - Doubtful Clifford Omoruyi, Center - Questionable Missouri Tigers Trent Burns, Center - Out Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Missouri Tigers prediction, pick: While the Crimson Tide have struggled at times in Columbia, the Crimson Tide still have the more talented team in this contest, and should come away with the victory. However, this is certainly a challenging matchup for Alabama that they will have to take seriously, especially needing a bounce back performance coming off a loss. Prediction: Alabama 85, Missouri 79 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Missouri Tigers channel, start time, streaming: Alabama vs. Missouri is set to begin Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 9 p.m. ET on SEC Network. The game will be played in Columbia, Missouri from Mizzou Arena. Get more betting analysis and predictions at Sportsbook Wire.
