Overview

• In their first-ever meeting, No. 24 Alabama defeated Indiana State 102-80, with Aaron Estrada, Grant Nelson, and Mark Sears each scoring over 20 points.
• Despite an early 9-0 lead by Indiana State, Alabama managed to tie the game at 9-9 and eventually took the lead, which they maintained for the rest of the game.
• Aaron Estrada was a key player for Alabama, scoring 27 points, including 22 in the first half, and contributing five rebounds and five assists.
• Indiana State's Isaiah Swope led his team with 17 points, while Ryan Conwell added a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds.
• Alabama's defense was also a significant factor in their victory, with the team managing to put Indiana State in the bonus with less than 14 minutes to play in the second half.