TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— The No. 14 Alabama men’s basketball team, currently holding a record of 9-3, is set to face off against the Yale Bulldogs on Monday night at Coleman Coliseum. The Bulldogs, boasting an impressive 11-1 record, have yet to encounter a team from a power conference this season, but they have made headlines with a memorable NCAA Tournament win against Auburn in 2024 under the guidance of head coach James Jones.
The Crimson Tide has shown strong performance lately, winning four out of their last five games. Their only setback came against Arizona on December 13 in Birmingham. This upcoming matchup serves as a final tune-up before entering SEC play, a critical juncture in the season.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. CT and will be streamed live on SEC Network+. Historically, Alabama and Yale have met once prior to this contest, with the Crimson Tide narrowly edging out the Bulldogs 66-63 at Coleman Coliseum on December 28, 2008.
As the game progresses, Alabama appears to have a physical edge, dominating on the boards with a significant rebounding advantage. Leading into the first half, Taylor Bol Bowen has made a notable contribution with six rebounds, while Aden Holloway has tallied eight points. The overall shooting percentage for Alabama stands at 47%, compared to Yale’s 27%, highlighting the Crimson Tide’s effectiveness from the field.
In terms of player availability, Alabama’s roster sees some notable absences, with freshman forward London Jemison sidelined due to a knee injury sustained earlier in the month and sophomore point guard Labaron Philon also not participating for unspecified reasons.
As fans gear up for the match, excitement builds not only for the contest itself but for what this game signifies for both programs. With Alabama eager to maintain momentum and Yale looking to make a statement against a ranked opponent, the showdown promises to be a riveting prelude to the upcoming SEC competition.