Auburn Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 7 2026
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The Auburn Tigers travel to face the Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM and the game will be televised on ESPN. At the time of this writing the odds were not released for the moneyline, total, or spread. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for additional expert analysis and predictions on today’s top college basketball games.
Auburn Tigers Trying to Finish Strong
The Auburn Tigers enter this SEC matchup with a 16-14 overall record and a 7-10 mark in conference play. Auburn has been inconsistent over their last five games, going 2-3 during that stretch. They recently won over LSU 88-74 and pulled out a tight 75-74 victory against Kentucky. However, they also lost to Ole Miss 85-79, Oklahoma 91-79, and Mississippi State 91-85, showing the ups and downs the Tigers have experienced in conference play.
Offensively, Auburn averages 83.5 points per game while allowing 79.7 points per contest. The Tigers shoot 46% from the field and average 36.4 rebounds per game along with 12.8 assists per contest. Auburn also contributes defensively with 4.2 blocks and 7.6 steals per game, which helps them generate transition opportunities.
One of Auburn’s biggest strengths this season has been their ability to create turnovers and turn defense into offense. Their 7.6 steals per game show how aggressive they can be defensively. When the Tigers are forcing mistakes and getting out in transition, they can keep pace with even the best scoring teams in the SEC.
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Alabama Crimson Tide Bringing Explosive Offense
The Alabama Crimson Tide come into this matchup with a 22-8 overall record and a strong 12-5 record in SEC play. Alabama has gone 4-1 over their last five games. They recently lost to Georgia 98-88 but prior to that picked up impressive wins over Tennessee 71-69, Mississippi State 100-75, LSU 90-83, and Arkansas in a thrilling 117-115 double overtime game.
Alabama leads one of the most explosive offenses in college basketball, averaging 92.0 points per game. The Crimson Tide shoot 46% from the field and average 40.7 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game. Their ability to move the ball and push the tempo makes them extremely difficult to defend.
Another major advantage for Alabama is their depth and scoring balance. With over 16 assists per game and strong rebounding numbers, they control the pace and create high-quality scoring opportunities. Even though they allow 83.6 points per game, their offensive firepower often overwhelms opponents.
Auburn Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide Pick
Auburn Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide Pick
- Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide Spread
Alabama’s offense is simply one of the most dangerous in the country. Averaging over 92 points per game, the Crimson Tide have the ability to overwhelm teams with pace and scoring depth. Auburn has struggled defensively in SEC play, allowing nearly 80 points per game, and that could be a major issue against Alabama’s fast-paced attack. Playing at home also gives Alabama an additional advantage in this rivalry matchup.
Auburn Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide Total Pick
- Pick: Over
I expect this game to turn into a fast-paced scoring battle. Both teams average more than 83 points per game and neither defense has been particularly dominant this season. Alabama’s style pushes the tempo and Auburn has shown they can score in high-scoring contests. Because of that, I believe the total has a strong chance to go over.
Final Score Prediction: Alabama Crimson Tide 96, Auburn Tigers 86
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