NCAAB · Final

Alabama Tops Illinois in Close Contest at United Center

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 9:15 PM ET · United Center

Alabama Crimson Tide 90, Illinois Fighting Illini 86, 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 Illinois Fighting Illini?

Alabama Crimson Tide beat Illinois Fighting Illini 90-86 at United Center on November 19, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at the United Center, the Alabama Crimson Tide edged out the Illinois Fighting Illini with a final score of 90-86. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the third meeting between these two teams, with Alabama now holding a 3-0 advantage in their head-to-head record.

Both teams entered the game with solid records, with Illinois boasting a 4-1 mark and Alabama at 3-1. However, Illinois has faced challenges recently, showing a mixed form with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a current streak of one loss. They have averaged 83.8 points scored per game while allowing 73.3. In contrast, Alabama has been more consistent, with an impressive record of 8-2 in their last ten games, though they too are on a one-game losing streak. The Crimson Tide has averaged 91.9 points scored and allowed 84.5 during that stretch.

At home, Illinois has a record of 3-3, while Alabama has performed well on the road, also holding a 4-1 record in away games. This contest was vital for both teams as they look to solidify their standings in the league. The previous meetings saw Illinois lose both times, with scores of 86-90 in the latest encounter and 87-100 in the earlier matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players currently sidelined, which means both teams were likely at full strength for this important game. The market had priced this matchup with Illinois as underdogs, reflecting their recent struggles compared to Alabama's stronger performance.

The game conditions were conducive for a high-scoring affair, and both teams delivered. The scoring plays in the second half were crucial, with Alabama's Keaton Wagler and Keitenn Bristow making key free throws to maintain their lead. A notable moment came when Ben Humrichous hit a three-point jumper, assisted by Kylan Boswell, narrowing the gap but ultimately not enough to secure a win for Illinois.

As the game progressed, Alabama's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities proved decisive, with Houston Mallette contributing significantly in the closing moments. The final score of 90-86 not only underscores Alabama's prowess but also highlights the competitive nature of the matchup, making it a must-watch for basketball fans.

Leaders

PointsAndrej Stojakovic26Illinois Fighting Illini
AssistsKylan Boswell7Illinois Fighting Illini
ReboundsDavid Mirkovic10Illinois Fighting Illini
PointsLabaron Philon Jr.24Alabama Crimson Tide
AssistsLabaron Philon Jr.5Alabama Crimson Tide
ReboundsAmari Allen11Alabama Crimson Tide

Recent form

Illinois Fighting Illini

Last 10: 5-5Streak L183.8 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-3 at home

L88-91vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 13
W78-72at Maryland TerrapinsMar 8
W80-54vs Oregon DucksMar 4
L70-84vs Michigan WolverinesFeb 28
L94-95at UCLA BruinsFeb 22
W101-65at USC TrojansFeb 19
W71-51vs Indiana HoosiersFeb 15
L90-92vs Wisconsin BadgersFeb 11
L82-85at Michigan State SpartansFeb 8
W84-44vs Northwestern WildcatsFeb 5

Alabama Crimson Tide

Last 10: 8-2Streak L191.9 scored · 84.5 allowed per game4-1 away

L79-80vs Ole Miss RebelsMar 13
W96-84vs Auburn TigersMar 8
L88-98at Georgia BulldogsMar 3
W71-69at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 28
W100-75vs Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 26
W90-83at LSU TigersFeb 21
W117-115vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 19
W89-75vs South Carolina GamecocksFeb 15
W93-74at Ole Miss RebelsFeb 12
W96-92at Auburn TigersFeb 7

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
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Alabama Crimson Tide	Illinois Fighting Illini
Field goals	30-66	31-73
Field goal %	45	42
Three-pointers	13-36	11-32
Three-point %	36	34
Free throws	17-23	13-22
Free throw %	74	59
Rebounds	38	40
Offensive rebounds	10	14
Defensive rebounds	28	26
Assists	15	17
Steals	6	7
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	10	11
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	6
Fast-break points	16	11
Points in the paint	30	40
Fouls	25	21
Largest lead	9	9

How the scoring went

2nd Half58-53Tomislav Ivisic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kylan Boswell.
2nd Half60-53Labaron Philon Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half61-53Aden Holloway made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-55Andrej Stojakovic made Layup.
2nd Half64-55Aiden Sherrell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aden Holloway.
2nd Half64-57Andrej Stojakovic made Layup.
2nd Half64-58Andrej Stojakovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-60Andrej Stojakovic made Layup.
2nd Half64-62Andrej Stojakovic made Layup. Assisted by Mihailo Petrovic.
2nd Half67-62Latrell Wrightsell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Amari Allen.
2nd Half67-64Andrej Stojakovic made Layup.
2nd Half70-64Labaron Philon Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aden Holloway.
2nd Half72-64Houston Mallette made Layup.
2nd Half72-65Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-66Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-66Aiden Sherrell made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-69Ben Humrichous made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kylan Boswell.
2nd Half73-70Andrej Stojakovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-70Taylor Bol Bowen made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-70Taylor Bol Bowen made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-71Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-72Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-72Labaron Philon Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half77-74Andrej Stojakovic made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half79-74Labaron Philon Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half79-76Kylan Boswell made Layup.
2nd Half82-76Labaron Philon Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half82-78Kylan Boswell made Layup.
2nd Half82-79Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half84-79Labaron Philon Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half84-81Kylan Boswell made Layup.
2nd Half85-81Amari Allen made Free Throw.
2nd Half85-82Keaton Wagler made Free Throw.
2nd Half86-82Keitenn Bristow made Free Throw.
2nd Half87-82Keitenn Bristow made Free Throw.
2nd Half87-85Ben Humrichous made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kylan Boswell.
2nd Half88-85Labaron Philon Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half88-86Kylan Boswell made Free Throw.
2nd Half89-86Houston Mallette made Free Throw.
2nd Half90-86Houston Mallette made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Alabama Crimson Tide.