No. 1 Auburn edges Vanderbilt 80-68, Alabama rises to No. 2

In a competitive week of Southeastern Conference basketball, No. 1 Auburn secured an 80-68 victory over Vanderbilt, with Denver Jones leading the Tigers with 21 points. Auburn's Chaney Johnson contributed significantly off the bench, scoring 20 points, while Johni Broome added 17 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, No. 2 Alabama narrowly defeated Arkansas 85-81, overcoming an 18-point deficit with a crucial late basket from Grant Nelson. Alabama's strong performance has them tied for first place in the SEC alongside Auburn, setting the stage for an anticipated matchup between the two teams. Both teams are in strong positions as the season progresses, with Alabama winning six straight games and preparing for a critical week ahead. The upcoming showdown will be highlighted by ESPN's