No. 9 Alabama Defeats Rutgers in 95-90 Thriller to Advance in Players Era Festival

Mark Sears and Dylan Harper deliver standout performances as Alabama secures a spot in the championship game in Las Vegas.

Alabama's Mark Sears scored 24 points, including key free throws in the final moments, to lead the Crimson Tide to victory over Rutgers.
Rutgers freshman Dylan Harper had a career-high 37 points, continuing his impressive start to the season despite the loss.
Alabama's bench outscored Rutgers' reserves 38-6, showcasing the team's depth and contributing to their win.
The Crimson Tide will face Oregon in the Players Era Festival championship game on Saturday, while Rutgers awaits their next opponent.
Rutgers struggled from beyond the arc, making just 2 of 13 three-point attempts, while Alabama shot 51.7% from the field overall.