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Ole Miss (14-2) vs. Alabama (14-2)
January 14, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Alabama -9.5; Over/Under: 163.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Alabama vs Ole Miss prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 14th at the Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide are 14-2 (3-0) this year after they defeated Texas A&M by a score of 94-88 in their last game. Alabama led 52-44 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored in the second half. The Crimson Tide shot 39.7% from the field, 35.1% on three-pointers, and 67.5% on free throws in the game. Mark Sears led Alabama with 27 points and four assists, while Aden Holloway added 15 points and one assist in the game. 


Prior to that win, the Crimson Tide defeated South Carolina by a score of 88-68 and Oklahoma by a score of 107-79. Alabama has won eight games in a row and they are one of three undefeated teams in SEC play. Alabama has scored 91.1 points per game and they have allowed 77.4 points per game, while also averaging 45.4 rebounds and 17.5 assists per game this season. Mark Sears is averaging 19.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game, while Grant Nelson is averaging 12.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Alabama is shooting 47.3% from the field, 69.5% on free throws, and 32.3% on three-pointers this season. 

Ole Miss Rebels Betting Preview

The Ole Miss Rebels are 14-2 (3-0) this season after they defeated LSU by a score of 77-65 in their last game. Ole Miss led 28-26 at halftime and they added 49 points in the second half in the win. The Rebels shot 49.1% from the field, 36% on three-pointers, and 73.7% on free throws in the game. Malik Dia led Ole Miss with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Jaemyn Brakefield added 16 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Rebels defeated Arkansas by a score of 73-66 and Georgia by a score of 63-51. Ole Miss has won three games in a row and eight of their last nine, and they are also undefeated in SEC play. Ole Miss has scored 79.0 points per game and they have allowed 64.6 points per game, while also averaging 35.1 rebounds and 16.0 assists per game this season. Sean Pedulla is averaging 14.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Jaylen Murray is averaging 11.8 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game this season. Ole Miss is shooting 45.4% from the field, 73% on free throws, and 35.7% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Alabama will beat Ole Miss

  • Ole Miss has lost each of its last 16 games against AP-ranked opponents.
  • Alabama has won 36 of its last 38 games at Coleman Coliseum.
  • Alabama has won the first half in each of its last seven games at Coleman Coliseum.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of Ole Miss’ last 10 games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents has produced a total of 156 or fewer points.
  • Each of Alabama’s last six games against AP-ranked opponents has produced a total of 165+ points.

Alabama vs Ole Miss Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup undefeated in conference play, so this is a huge matchup that could shape the SEC this year. Alabama is scoring over 91 points per game this year and they have scored at least 88 points in four straight games. The Crimson Tide don’t play much defense, as they are allowing over 77 points per game, but they don’t mind when the offense is rolling like it is now. Ole Miss is a much better defensive team so far this year and they have allowed 66 points or fewer in four of their last five games. If this game was at Ole Miss, I think they would have a shot, but I just don’t see the Rebels keeping pace, especially with them struggling to rebound. Take Alabama to cover at home. 

David Racey's Free Pick: Alabama -9.5

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David Racey

David started writing about sports in 2015, but sports has been his passion for as long as he can remember. David spends most of his free time watching pretty much anything sports related from Baseball to Tennis and everything in between. David likes to analyze statistics and recent results to form an unbiased opinion on whatever game he is breaking down. Follow David on Twitter at @itsyerboi41

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