Alabama vs Auburn

Alabama enters this matchup riding a three-game winning streak, while Auburn has bolstered its confidence with back-to-back wins. However, recent team updates confirm that Auburn’s starting center is sidelined with a knee sprain, forcing the Tigers to rely on their bench’s defensive prowess. Meanwhile, the Crimson Tide’s power forward remains questionable with a lingering foot issue. Historically, Alabama’s sharpshooting guard has feasted on Auburn’s perimeter defense, often racking up 20-plus points whenever these two rivals clash. With both squads slightly undermanned, the scoreboard may not light up as some fans anticipate. This Under 177.5 pick stands at a B+ likelihood of hitting and offers a decent payout for those banking on a more controlled tempo.

Auburn’s Johni Broome has been relentless in the paint lately, fueling a three-game winning streak for the 15-2 (27-3) Tigers and setting an upbeat tone ahead of Alabama’s visit. The Crimson Tide, standing at 12-5 (23-7), enter the rivalry on a rough patch, having lost two of their last three, and could be further hampered by a lingering ankle concern for forward Nick Pringle. Historically, Auburn has dominated this home matchup, winning four of the last five on this court, which points toward the Tigers capitalizing on their momentum and covering the -8.5 spread at -112 odds. Graded a solid B+ pick, this wager yields a meaningful payday if Auburn’s charged-up defense and deep rotation hold firm against a less-than-healthy Alabama squad.