Alabama Faces Struggles as Auburn Clash Looms

The Crimson Tide's recent slump raises concerns about their form ahead of a pivotal matchup against top-ranked Auburn.

Alabama has lost four of its last six games, including a recent 99-94 defeat to Florida, highlighting struggles with rebounding and defense.
The Crimson Tide, once ranked No. 2 in the country, have dropped to seventh as their inconsistent performances continue to raise questions.
Coach Nate Oats acknowledged the team's issues with transition defense, rebounding, and overall energy, emphasizing the need for improvement before facing Auburn.
Auburn, the top-ranked team in the nation, has dominated a tough schedule and secured an SEC title, making them clear favorites in Saturday's matchup.
Despite the slump, Alabama's fans and analysts point to last season's similar late struggles, which culminated in a Final Four run, as a reason for cautious optimism.