On Tuesday night, the Alabama Crimson Tide were officially back inside Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa for a SEC basketball matchup with the visiting Vanderbilt Commodores.
Two teams coming off significant victories, it was all Alabama however in this matchup Tuesday night, as the Crimson Tide claimed an early lead over the Commodores, and simply never looked back on their way to a 103-87 victory, even despite Vanderbilt making it interesting at times.
A bounce-back showing from their last game at home, as well as the team’s sixth 100+ point showing this season, here are some instant reactions to Alabama’s impressive win over Vanderbilt on Tuesday night:
Big games from Aden Holloway, Mouhamed Dioubate
Tuesday night marked arguably the best game from both Aden Holloway and Mouhamed Dioubate so far this season, the former of which finished with 22 points and four rebounds on 4-of-6 shooting from three. Dioubate ended with 22 points, 10 rebounds, two blocks, and 8-of-9 shooting from the field.
Mark Sears surpasses 2,500-point mark
During this game, Alabama guard Mark Sears officially surpassed the 2,500-point total for his collegiate career, becoming only the 82nd player all-time to do so in Division 1. Sears finished the contest with 21 points and seven assists on 10-of-13 shooting at the free throw line.
2,500 Career Points 🪣
Mark Sears becomes the 82nd player in Division I history to score 2,500 career points. #RollTide pic.twitter.com/LxjHSHIpyP
— Alabama Men’s Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) January 22, 2025
Alabama’s impressive first half
A big reason behind Alabama’s win was their performance in the first half, where the Crimson Tide carried a 48-31 lead into the break. The Crimson Tide also shot an impressive 58.1% from the field in the first half, 36.4% from three, and 80% at the free throw line.
Crimson Tide struggles at free throw line
Despite owning a big advantage in free throws attempted, Alabama had some struggles at the line Tuesday night. Alabama finished 23-of-34 at the line in all, which translated to 67.6% made.
Alabama now 16-3 overall, 5-1 in SEC
In conclusion, with this result, Alabama now improves to 16-3 overall for the season, as well as 5-1 in SEC play. The Crimson Tide will be back in action Saturday night, Jan. 25, at home against LSU.
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