Alabama Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Ole Miss
In an electrifying encounter in Tuscaloosa, Alabama’s women’s basketball team, ranked 21st in the nation, edged out the 13th-ranked Ole Miss by a narrow margin of 64-63. Jessica Timmons was a standout player, delivering 23 points alongside seven rebounds, while her teammate Karly Weathers contributed 14 points and six rebounds to the victory.
Game Highlights
As the clock wound down, Timmons showcased her prowess by scoring six consecutive points in the final minutes, propelling the Crimson Tide into a brief lead with just 47 seconds left in the game. However, Ole Miss responded quickly by reclaiming the lead through a pair of free throws. But the game swung back in Alabama’s favor when Diana Collins executed a crucial driving layup with just 18 seconds remaining, cementing the team’s win.
Opposition Performance
On the opposition, Cotie McMahon was a bright spot for the Rebels, notching 22 points. Unfortunately for them, her late-game momentum was halted when a charge call wiped out what could have been a go-ahead basket with only 10 seconds left. The Ole Miss squad also saw contributions from Sira Thienou, who scored 13 points and secured seven rebounds, alongside Christeen Iwuala and Latasha Lattimore, who had 11 points with 15 rebounds and 10 points with 13 rebounds, respectively. Despite Lattimore’s attempt at a last-second buzzer-beater, the shot fell short, allowing Alabama to secure the upset.
Season Milestones
This hard-fought victory marks Alabama’s 20th win of the season and enhances their record to 20-4, 6-4 in Southeastern Conference play. Notably, head coach Kristy Curry achieved a significant milestone, reaching 550 career wins with this match.
Upcoming Games
In upcoming games, Ole Miss will face Arkansas at home on February 12, while Alabama will travel to Texas A&M this Sunday.
