Game Overview

On January 14, 2025, the 4th-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide (14-2, 3-0 SEC) host the 21st-ranked Ole Miss Rebels (14-2, 3-0 SEC) at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Both teams come into this SEC clash with identical records, looking to solidify their position at the top of the standings.

Betting Odds

The betting line favors Alabama, with a 10.5-point spread and a total points line of 163.5. Alabama's moneyline odds are -550, making them significant favorites.

Team Analysis

Alabama Crimson Tide

Alabama boasts one of the nation’s most prolific offenses, averaging 91.1 points per game. Mark Sears leads the charge with 19.1 PPG, supported by forward G. Nelson, who averages a double-double with 8.6 rebounds and significant defensive contributions. The Crimson Tide are on an 8-game win streak, including a dominant 107-79 victory over Oklahoma on January 4.

Defensively, Alabama allows 77.4 PPG but makes up for it with excellent rebounding (45.4 RPG) and a fast-paced offense that forces opponents into high-scoring affairs.

Ole Miss Rebels

The Rebels come into this matchup on a 3-game win streak, having defeated LSU 77-65 on January 11. Ole Miss averages 79.0 PPG, led by S. Pedulla with 14.1 PPG and M. Dia contributing 5.8 RPG. While Ole Miss plays solid defense, allowing 64.6 PPG, their efficiency will be tested against Alabama’s explosive offense.

Recent Performance

Alabama Last 5 Games

• 1/11/25: Defeated Texas A&M 94-88
• 1/8/25: Defeated South Carolina 88-68
• 1/4/25: Defeated Oklahoma 107-79
• 12/29/24: Defeated SDSU 105-82
• 12/22/24: Defeated Kentucky 81-54

Ole Miss Last 5 Games

• 1/11/25: Defeated LSU 77-65
• 1/8/25: Defeated Arkansas 73-66
• 1/4/25: Defeated Georgia 63-51
• 12/28/24: Lost to Memphis 87-70
• 12/21/24: Defeated Quincy 80-62

Betting Trends

• Alabama is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games.
• Ole Miss is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 road games.
• The total has gone over in 6 of Alabama’s last 7 games.
• The total has gone under in 4 of Ole Miss’ last 5 games.

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