Yale Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/29

The Yale Bulldogs travel to Tuscaloosa to play against the Alabama Crimson Tide on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. The game will take place at Coleman Coliseum and will be broadcast on SEC. This is a non-conference game with the Bulldogs representing the Ivy League and the Crimson Tide from the Southeastern Conference.

Alabama enters the game as the favorite with a spread of -16.5, while Yale is the underdog with a spread of +16.5. The Crimson Tide holds a 9-3 record for the season and is ranked #14 in the AP poll. Yale has an impressive 11-1 record this season, showcasing strong performances both at home and on the road. The over/under for the game is set at 176.5 points.

Yale Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Yale Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide
  • Venue: Coleman Coliseum, Tuscaloosa AL
  • Date: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Yale Spread: +16.5 (-109), Alabama Spread: -16.5 (-114), Yale MoneyLine: +1028, Alabama MoneyLine: -2872, Over/Under: 176.5 (-111/-110)

Yale Bulldogs Team Preview

The Yale Bulldogs are having a strong season. They hold an 11-1 record, with a perfect 4-0 mark on the road. Their recent games include wins over Albany, UIC, and Brandeis.

Nick Townsend stands out for Yale. He has been consistent with his scoring and rebounding. His performance includes a season average of 16.9 points per game and 7.6 rebounds per game.

Yale’s offensive stats are impressive. They score 87.2 points per game, which ranks 44th nationally. Their field goal percentage is 52.1%, placing them 10th in the nation.

Alabama Crimson Tide Team Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide is performing well this season with a record of 9-3. They hold a solid home record of 5-1, showing strength on their own court. Ranked #14 in the AP poll, they are a top team in the Southeastern Conference.

Alabama scores an average of 93.9 points per game, which ranks them 10th nationally. Their offensive play is supported by strong three-point shooting, with 12.3 made per game. The team also maintains a high free throw percentage of 76.3.

Labaron Philon Jr. leads the team with an average of 21.9 points per game. Aiden Sherrell contributes with 9.2 points and 6.2 rebounds per game. Amari Allen also adds value with 10.2 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Alabama Crimson Tide are favored by 16.5 points against the Yale Bulldogs. Alabama scores 93.9 points per game and allows fewer points than Yale’s 87.2 points per game. With Alabama’s strong offensive stats and Yale’s lower possession count, Alabama is likely to cover the -16.5 spread.

The total for the game is set at 176.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, but Alabama’s pace and Yale’s efficient shooting suggest a high total. With Alabama’s games often reaching high scores, the over 176.5 is a reasonable pick.