Alabama vs Rutgers Prediction 11-27-24 College Basketball Picks
Rutgers (4-1) vs. Alabama (4-1)
November 27, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Alabama -11.5; Over/Under: +161.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Alabama vs Rutgers Prediction for this college basketball game on Wednesday, November 27th, at the MGM Arena. Let’s take a look at an Alabama Crimson Tide vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights preview.
Rutgers Pulled it Out
There wasn’t a whole lot pretty about Tuesday’s game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, but somehow, some way, Rutgers was able to secure the 85-84 victory in overtime. Guard Dylan Harper is quickly turning into a star and he finished the game with 36 points, six assists, and six rebounds. Four different players put up at least 10 points. Rutgers as a team shot 44.6 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from behind the three-point line. Rutgers overall this team is averaging 80.7 points while their defense is giving up 70.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 108th while the defense is ranked 181st. This is a young team, but one that has a ton of scoring.
What a Key Win for Alabama
When selection Sunday comes in March, Alabama is going to be very happy they picked up Tuesday’s win. Alabama faced off against the Houston Cougars, and it took overtime, but they were able to secure the 85-80 victory. Even though they won, Alabama didn’t play all that well. The Crismon Tide shot only 36.7 percent from the field and 36.7 percent from behind the three-point line. Guard Mark Sears had a huge game putting up 24 points, four rebounds, and three assists. Alabama on the season is averaging 18.8 points while their defense is giving up 75.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 14th in the league while the defense 75.2 points per game. Grant Nelson on the season is averaging 14.2 points while shooting 37.7 percent from the field. Alabama will meet North Carolina, and Creighton following this one.
Alabama vs Rutgers Prediction
Give me Rutgers to keep it close. Dylan Harper is a star for Rutgers and he’s going to put on another show here. I really don’t trust this Crimson Tide defense and that is going to be the difference here. Led by Harper, Rutgers is going to have no issue running up the score and that will be enough for them to get the job done. Back Rutgers getting the points but I think they can win this game outright.
