On a vibrant Wednesday night in Tuscaloosa, the basketball spotlight was on as two leading college teams clashed in a thrilling Top 10 showdown at the famous Coleman Coliseum. The Alabama Crimson Tide welcomed the Florida Gators for an important SEC match that had fans buzzing with excitement.
Florida managed to clinch a hard-fought victory, defeating Alabama with a final score of 99-94. The Gators maintained a comfortable lead through most of the second half, showcasing their prowess and determination on the court.
With this result, Alabama’s season record stands at 23-7, and 12-5 in SEC play, as they approach their last regular-season game. This begs the question: how does this recent loss impact Alabama’s ranking in the eyes of KenPom?
Alabama is currently positioned as the sixth-best team in the nation according to KenPom, boasting the third rank for offensive efficiency. However, their defensive efficiency has them at 39th in the nation following the matchup against Florida.
Looking ahead, Alabama’s final regular-season test is set for this Saturday against Auburn. The Tigers, who have secured their spot as SEC regular-season champions, hold the second rank nationally per KenPom. They’re also leading the pack in offensive efficiency and are fourteenth in defensive efficiency.
This insightful look at Alabama basketball’s KenPom ratings after the tough loss to the Gators was initially shared on Roll Tide Wire.
