Alabama Crimson Tide vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/28

The Alabama Crimson Tide will play against the Tennessee Volunteers on Saturday. This game is set at the Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville. Alabama comes in ranked 17th, while Tennessee is ranked 22nd. Both teams are part of the Southeastern Conference.

The Volunteers are favored by 5.5 points. Alabama’s record is 21-7, and they have a strong away performance at 9-4. Tennessee’s record is 20-8, with a solid home record of 15-3. The game will be broadcast on ESPN at 6:00 PM ET.

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Tennessee Volunteers Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Alabama Crimson Tide vs Tennessee Volunteers
  • Venue: Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center, Knoxville TN
  • Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Tennessee Volunteers -5.5 (-110), Alabama Crimson Tide +5.5 (-112)

Alabama Crimson Tide Team Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide is ranked 17th in the AP poll. They play in the Southeastern Conference. Their regular-season record stands at 21-7, with a 9-4 record in away games.

Alabama scores 92.9 points per game, placing them 3rd in the nation. They make an average of 13 three-pointers each game, ranking 4th. Their field goal percentage is 46.0%, but they excel at two-point shots with a 57.7% success rate.

In recent games, Alabama has been strong. They won their last three games, including a 100-75 victory over Mississippi State. Key players include Labaron Philon Jr., who averages 21.3 points per game, and Amari Allen, with 12.5 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.

Tennessee Volunteers Team Preview

The Tennessee Volunteers have shown strong form this season. They hold a 20-8 record overall, with an impressive 15-3 at home. Their offense scores an average of 80.5 points per game, ranking them 93rd in the nation.

Ja’Kobi Gillespie and Nate Ament are key players for the Volunteers. Gillespie averages 18.1 points per game, while Ament adds 17.9 points per game. Both have played significant minutes and contributed to the team’s success.

The Volunteers have a solid presence on the boards, grabbing 42.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 10th nationally. Their defense, however, could improve, as they average 7.5 steals and 3.5 blocks per game. Despite this, their recent form is promising, with a 4-1 record in their last five games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, the pick is Alabama to cover +5.5. Alabama scores 92.9 points per game, which is higher than Tennessee’s 80.5 points per game. Alabama’s strong offense could help them stay within the spread against Tennessee.

For the over/under, the pick is under 164.5 points. The projected score is Tennessee 84, Alabama 81, totaling 165 points. However, Tennessee’s slower pace with 66.8 possessions per game might keep the total just under the line.