Tennessee Volunteers Triumph Over Alabama Crimson Tide
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Coleman Coliseum
Tennessee Volunteers 79, Alabama Crimson Tide 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tennessee Volunteers vs Alabama Crimson Tide?
Tennessee Volunteers beat Alabama Crimson Tide 79-73 at Coleman Coliseum on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Volunteers vs Alabama Crimson Tide?
Alabama Crimson Tide were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Tennessee Volunteers defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide with a final score of 79-73. This victory marks Tennessee's first win against Alabama in their most recent meetings, improving their head-to-head record to 1-0 after having previously faced off on March 1, 2025, where Alabama lost 76-79.
Both teams entered the game with identical records of 13-6, making this contest particularly significant in the context of their seasons. The game took place at Coleman Coliseum, a venue where Alabama had a home record of 5-2 this season. In their last ten games, Alabama had performed well with a record of 7-3 and was on a two-game winning streak, averaging 91.7 points scored while allowing 82.8 points. Conversely, Tennessee's recent form included a more mixed record of 5-5, with their last game resulting in a loss, and they averaged 79.6 points scored while allowing 71.5 points.
Alabama's recent games included notable victories against teams like the Oklahoma Sooners and Mississippi State Bulldogs, but they also faced tough losses against Texas Longhorns and Vanderbilt Commodores. The Volunteers, meanwhile, had a strong showing earlier in the season, including a decisive win against South Carolina State Bulldogs, but struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-3 in their last three games.
The betting market reflected Alabama as a 4.5-point favorite according to DraftKings, with a total set at 167.5 points. The odds indicated a home moneyline of -192 for Alabama and +160 for Tennessee, suggesting that Alabama was expected to perform well at home.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. This aspect likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The game unfolded with a series of scoring plays that highlighted the intensity of the matchup. Key moments included free throws made by Nate Ament and Labaron Philon Jr., which helped Tennessee maintain their lead in the second half. A driving layup by Ja'Kobi Gillespie and a crucial three-point jumper by Aiden Sherrell further solidified Tennessee's advantage.
As the game progressed, Alabama fought hard to close the gap but ultimately fell short, unable to overcome Tennessee's late-game execution. The final score of 79-73 not only signifies a crucial win for the Volunteers but also adds to the narrative of their rivalry with Alabama, setting the stage for future encounters.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ALA -4.5 | 167.5 o -110 / u -110 | Tennessee Volunteers +160 · Alabama Crimson Tide -192 |
Leaders
- PointsLabaron Philon Jr.26Alabama Crimson Tide
- AssistsLabaron Philon Jr.7Alabama Crimson Tide
- ReboundsHouston Mallette8Alabama Crimson Tide
- PointsNate Ament29Tennessee Volunteers
- AssistsJa'Kobi Gillespie4Tennessee Volunteers
- ReboundsFelix Okpara8Tennessee Volunteers
Recent form
Alabama Crimson Tide
Last 10: 7-3Streak W291.7 scored · 82.8 allowed per game5-2 at home
- 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
- W92-81vs Kennesaw State OwlsDec 21
- W104-93vs South Florida BullsDec 18
- L75-96vs Arizona WildcatsDec 14
- W97-55vs UTSA RoadrunnersDec 7
Tennessee Volunteers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L179.6 scored · 71.5 allowed per game0-3 away
- L78-80vs Kentucky WildcatsJan 17
- W87-82vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 14
- L67-91at Florida GatorsJan 10
- W85-71vs Texas LonghornsJan 7
- L75-86at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 3
- W105-54vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 31
- W94-52vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsDec 21
- W83-62vs Louisville CardinalsDec 17
- L62-75vs Illinois Fighting IlliniDec 7
- L60-62at Syracuse OrangeDec 3
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 | Tennessee Volunteers | Alabama Crimson Tide |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-60 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 6-18 | 6-26 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 23 |
| Free throws | 17-25 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 23 |
| Assists | 11 | 9 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 23 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 36 | 49 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-43Labaron Philon Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-44Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-44Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-47Taylor Bol Bowen makes 26-foot three point jumper (London Jemison assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Nate Ament makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-50Latrell Wrightsell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Labaron Philon Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half52-50Jaylen Carey makes layup (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half52-52Labaron Philon Jr. makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-52Nate Ament makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-53Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-54Amaree Abram makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half57-57Labaron Philon Jr. makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-57Nate Ament makes 31-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-59Houston Mallette makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-61Charles Bediako makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half60-62Charles Bediako makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-62Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-62J.P. Estrella makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62J.P. Estrella makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-63Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-63Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Nate Ament makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-63Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Charles Bediako makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Charles Bediako makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-67Taylor Bol Bowen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-68Taylor Bol Bowen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half72-68Nate Ament makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-69Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-70Labaron Philon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-70Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-70Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-70Felix Okpara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-70Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-73Aiden Sherrell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Labaron Philon Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half78-73Bishop Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Alabama Crimson Tide, below favours Tennessee Volunteers.
Venue
- Coleman ColiseumTuscaloosa, AL
- Attendance13474
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Byron Jarrett, Rob Rorke
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