Alabama Crimson Tide Tops Auburn Tigers in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Neville Arena
Alabama Crimson Tide 96, Auburn Tigers 92, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Alabama Crimson Tide vs Auburn Tigers?
Alabama Crimson Tide beat Auburn Tigers 96-92 at Neville Arena on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Alabama Crimson Tide vs Auburn Tigers?
Auburn Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at Neville Arena, the Alabama Crimson Tide edged out the Auburn Tigers with a final score of 96-92. This victory marked a significant moment for Alabama, who improved their season record to 17-7, while Auburn fell to 14-10. The game showcased the competitive nature of both teams, as they have been closely matched in their previous encounters, with this being the third meeting in recent seasons.
Both teams entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games. Auburn's recent form included a mix of victories and losses, with their last game resulting in a defeat against the Tennessee Volunteers (69-77) on February 1. In contrast, Alabama came into this contest on a winning streak, having won their previous game against Texas A&M Aggies (100-97) on February 5. Auburn had an average of 84.5 points scored and 77.5 points allowed in their last ten games, while Alabama boasted an impressive scoring average of 88.9 points and allowed 84.3 points during the same stretch.
At home, Auburn had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, while they struggled slightly in away games, posting a 2-3 record. Alabama, meanwhile, had a balanced away record of 2-2, with their overall performance being bolstered by a strong home record of 4-2. This fixture was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams that had previously faced off in two close encounters during the 2025 season, with each team winning one game.
The injury report indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their best players for this critical matchup. The stakes were high, as both teams were vying for better positioning in the league standings.
Before the game, the betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the spread at Auburn -2.5 and the total at 175.5. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, with Alabama's money line at +124 and Auburn's at -148, suggesting that the Tigers were favored to win at home.
The game conditions were typical for a February evening, with a lively crowd in attendance, adding to the atmosphere of the rivalry. Fans witnessed a high-scoring affair, with both teams trading baskets throughout the game. Notable scoring plays in the second half included several driving layups by Tahaad Pettiford, who played a crucial role in maintaining Alabama's lead late in the game.
As the game progressed, Auburn made several attempts to close the gap, but Alabama's consistent scoring and free-throw accuracy ultimately sealed their victory. The final minutes were tense, with Auburn pushing hard to regain the lead, but Alabama's defense held firm.
This game not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for potential future matchups as they continue their seasons. The Crimson Tide's win adds to their momentum as they look to build on this success moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AUB -2.5 | 175.5 o -112 / u -108 | Alabama Crimson Tide +124 · Auburn Tigers -148 |
Leaders
- PointsTahaad Pettiford25Auburn Tigers
- AssistsTahaad Pettiford7Auburn Tigers
- ReboundsKeShawn Murphy12Auburn Tigers
- PointsLabaron Philon Jr.25Alabama Crimson Tide
- AssistsLabaron Philon Jr.6Alabama Crimson Tide
- ReboundsAmari Allen6Alabama Crimson Tide
Recent form
Auburn Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L184.5 scored · 77.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L69-77at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 1
- W88-82vs Texas LonghornsJan 29
- W76-67at Florida GatorsJan 24
- W78-66at Ole Miss RebelsJan 21
- W71-67vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 17
- L74-84at Missouri TigersJan 15
- W95-73vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 10
- L88-90vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 7
- L100-104at Georgia BulldogsJan 3
- W106-65vs Queens University RoyalsDec 30
Alabama Crimson Tide
Last 10: 6-4Streak W188.9 scored · 84.3 allowed per game2-2 away
- W100-97vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 5
- L77-100at Florida GatorsFeb 1
- W90-64vs Missouri TigersJan 28
- L73-79vs Tennessee VolunteersJan 25
- W83-81at Oklahoma SoonersJan 17
- W97-82at Mississippi State BulldogsJan 14
- L88-92vs Texas LonghornsJan 11
- L90-96at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 8
- W89-74vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 3
- W102-78vs Yale BulldogsDec 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Alabama Crimson Tide | Auburn Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-59 | 33-71 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 12-23 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 32 |
| Free throws | 20-23 | 17-22 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 21 |
| Assists | 17 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 2 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 48 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 38 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half66-65Amari Allen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Labaron Philon Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half67-65Charles Bediako makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-65Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Aiden Sherrell makes layup (London Jemison assists)
- 2nd Half71-67Sebastian Williams-Adams makes layup (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
- 2nd Half71-68Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-69Kevin Overton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-70Kevin Overton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-70Labaron Philon Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half75-70Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-70Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-72KeShawn Murphy makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
- 2nd Half78-72Amari Allen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-74KeShawn Murphy makes 8-foot jumper (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
- 2nd Half78-76Keyshawn Hall makes layup (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
- 2nd Half79-76Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-76Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-77Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-78Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-79Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-79Amari Allen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aden Holloway assists)
- 2nd Half83-80Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-81Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-81Aden Holloway makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half87-81Aden Holloway makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half87-82Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-83Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-83Aden Holloway makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half89-86KeShawn Murphy makes 27-foot three point jumper (Keyshawn Hall assists)
- 2nd Half90-86Aden Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-86Aden Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half92-86Aden Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half92-88Tahaad Pettiford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half93-88Amari Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half94-88Amari Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half94-90Tahaad Pettiford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half95-90Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half96-90Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half96-92Tahaad Pettiford makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Auburn Tigers, below favours Alabama Crimson Tide.
Venue
- Neville ArenaAuburn, AL
- Attendance9121
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal, Owen Shortt
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