Alabama Basketball Defeats Auburn 93-91 in Overtime

The Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team secured a thrilling 93-91 overtime victory against their rivals, the Auburn Tigers, thanks to a buzzer-beater by Mark Sears. This win not only avenged an earlier loss to Auburn but also solidified Alabama's position as the 3-seed in the upcoming SEC Tournament, where they will benefit from a double-bye. Alabama finished the regular season with a 24-7 record and 13-5 in SEC play, while Auburn, who remains the 1-seed, ended at 27-4 overall. The Crimson Tide's strong performance in the game, including significant contributions from Grant Nelson and Clifford Omoruyi, sets them up positively as they head into postseason play. With the SEC Tournament starting soon, Alabama's win has fueled discussions about their potential seeding in the NCAA Tournament. The victory is seen as a crucial momentum builder as the team prepares for the challenges ahead in March Madness.