Alabama knocks off Florida 98-93 in OT instant classic
It wasn’t pretty for most of the evening as the Crimson Tide shot an ugly 25% from beyond the arc, but when there is a will there is a way as Alabama was able to find a way to hold off Florida in overtime 98-93. The win seemed unlikely as the Gators led 76-67 with 6:13 to go in the game before Alabama responded with a 10-0 run to take a one-point lead.
Mark Sears was awesome as always with 17, but it was Grant Nelson’s presence that put Alabama in the “W” column tonight as he poured in 22 points. Aaron Estrada also played one of his best games of the season as he tallied 20 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and four steals.
The win extends the Tide’s lead in the SEC by a game over Tennessee with just five left to go. One of those five games will be a date with the No. 5 Volunteers in Tuscaloosa on March 2nd. The Tide will also have to travel to Gainsville where they will take on this same Florida team who will have revenge on their mind.
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— Alabama Men’s Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) February 22, 2024
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