Overview
- Labaron Philon led the Tide with 22 points on 9-for-13 shooting and eight assists, factoring in 32 of 48 first-half points.
- Alabama played without guards Aden Holloway and Latrell Wrightsell Jr., forward Keitenn Bristow and transfer Jalil Bethea due to injuries.
- Freshman Amari Allen posted 12 points, seven rebounds, five assists and three steals, and fellow newcomer London Jemison added 12.
- Houston Mallette scored 15 with eight rebounds, while center Aiden Sherrell anchored the defense with four blocks.
- Turnovers reached 15 and interior execution drew scrutiny as Alabama turns to No. 5 St. John’s at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.