A big reason behind Alabama’s win was their performance in the first half, where the Crimson Tide carried a 48-31 lead into the break. The Crimson Tide also shot an impressive 58.1% from the field in the first half, 36.4% from three, and 80% at the free throw line.

As of Wednesday, Jan. 22, Alabama ranks as the nation’s No. 7 team in the latest NET rankings, which was unchanged after their win over Vanderbilt. In addition to this, Alabama holds a 5-3 record against Quad 1 opponents, along with 6-0 in Quad 2 games.

The Vanderbilt Commodores picked up a season-defining victory in their last game out, defeating the No. 6 ranked Tennessee Volunteers 76-75 at Memorial Gymnasiu

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The former teach was quick to give a grade for the Crimson Tide's performance in the 103-87 win over the Commodores.

The Alabama Crimson Tide play against the Vanderbilt Commodores in an SEC basketball game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free.

Vandy will get another opportunity to slow down a high-octane offense against the Wildcats, who are averaging 89.2 points per game, second in the nation behind Alabama. Kentucky ranks first in the SEC in field goals made per game (31.2), three-point baskets per game (10.2) and assists per game (18.7).

The Wildcats take on the Commodores as we continue our college basketball odds series with a Kentucky-Vanderbilt prediction and pick.

Kentucky is undefeated in bounce-back games this season and will look to keep the perfect streak alive against Vanderbilt on Saturday in Nashville.

Coach Mark Pope's Wildcats (14-4, 3-2 SEC) have had a week to prepare after a 102-97 defeat last weekend to No. 4 Alabama, the same team that knocked off coach Mark Byington's Commodores 103-87 in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Tuesday.