Alabama Triumphs Over Auburn
In a closely contested matchup, Alabama triumphed over Auburn with a score of 96-92 in Auburn, Alabama, on Saturday. Labaron Philon Jr. emerged as the standout player for the Crimson Tide, contributing significantly with 25 points alongside six assists and five rebounds. Amari Allen also had a strong game, adding 17 points and collecting six rebounds.
Game Highlights
Alabama, which now holds a record of 16 wins and 7 losses (6-4 in the Southeastern Conference), faced challenges early on, falling behind by as much as ten points. However, the team demonstrated resilience, launching impressive scoring runs of 11-0 and 8-0 in the second half to seize control of the game, ultimately taking the lead for the final time with 10:39 remaining in regulation.
Auburn, who has a season record of 14-9 (5-5 SEC), was led by Tahaad Pettiford, who matched Philon Jr.’s output with 25 points and also distributed seven assists. Keyshawn Hall came close behind, contributing 24 points despite an 8-for-22 shooting performance before disqualifying himself through fouls towards the end. Kevin Overton added another 17 points, while Keshawn Murphy notched a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds.
Halftime and Player Updates
At halftime, Auburn maintained a narrow lead of 41-37, bolstered by Overton’s 11 points in the first half, while Alabama saw Philon Jr. score nine points before the intermission.
In terms of NCAA eligibility, Alabama’s Charles Bediako, who had a perfect shooting night with 12 points from the field, remains eligible following a temporary restraining order despite his recent play with the NBA G League.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Alabama is set to face Ole Miss on Wednesday, while Auburn will take on No. 15 Vanderbilt on Tuesday.
