Texas Longhorns vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/10

The Texas Longhorns will visit the Alabama Crimson Tide this Saturday at Coleman Coliseum. The game is set to start at 8:00 PM ET and will be shown on ESPN. Alabama, ranked #13 in the AP Poll, is the favorite with a spread of -12.5.

Texas comes into this game with a record of 9-6, while Alabama has an 11-4 record. Texas has struggled on the road, winning only one of their four away games. Alabama has been strong at home, winning seven out of eight games. The over/under for the game is set at 176.5 points.

Texas Longhorns vs Alabama Crimson Tide Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Texas Longhorns vs Alabama Crimson Tide
  • Venue: Coleman Coliseum, Tuscaloosa AL
  • Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Alabama Crimson Tide -12.5 (-111), Texas Longhorns +12.5 (-113)

Texas Longhorns Team Preview

The Texas Longhorns have had a mixed season so far. They hold a 9-6 record with a strong performance at home but struggle on the road with a 1-3 record. Their recent games include a 71-85 loss to Tennessee and a close 98-101 loss to Mississippi State.

On offense, the Longhorns score 87.5 points per game, placing them 30th in the nation. They are effective in drawing fouls, making 21 free throws per game, ranking 5th. However, their three-point shooting is less impressive, with only 7.9 made per game.

Defensively, the Longhorns face challenges, especially in steals and blocks, ranking low nationally. Their players to watch include Dailyn Swain, who averages 15.6 points per game, and Matas Vokietaitis, contributing with 15.3 points per game. Their defensive efforts need improvement to support their offensive strengths.

Alabama Crimson Tide Team Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide have an 11-4 record this season. They are ranked 13th in the AP poll and play in the Southeastern Conference. At home, they have a strong record of 7-1, showing they perform well on their own court.

In their last three games, Alabama has a record of 2-1. They won against Kentucky with a score of 89-74. However, they lost to Vanderbilt 96-90 in a close game.

The Crimson Tide have a high-scoring offense, averaging 93.9 points per game. They are 6th in points per game and 5th in three-pointers made per game. Their defense averages 7.1 steals and 6.1 blocks per game, which they will look to improve.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Texas at +12.5. Alabama scores more points per game, but Texas is strong in free throws and rebounds. The projected score is Alabama 92, Texas 83. This keeps Texas within the spread.

For the over/under, choose the over at 176.5. Texas and Alabama both score high, with Alabama at 93.9 and Texas at 87.5 points per game. The projected total score is 175, which is close to the line, but both teams can push the pace for a higher total.