Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Sooners Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday January 17 2026
Use Code WWWC The Alabama Crimson Tide, who currently hold a 12-5 overall record and are 2-2 in SEC play, are set to hit the road as they head to Norman, Oklahoma for a challenging matchup against the Oklahoma Sooners. The Sooners stand at 11-6 overall and 1-3 in conference matchups so far this season. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
Alabama vs. Oklahoma Game Information
- January 17, 2026
- 1:00pm EST
- Lloyd Noble Center
- SEC Network
Oklahoma Form & Recent Results
Oklahoma heads into this game hoping to turn things around, as they've been struggling recently with three straight losses and defeats in three of their last five games. Their troubles have been especially pronounced in conference play, where they've dropped three out of their first four matchups. Most recently, the Sooners fell to Florida 96-79 on Tuesday. In that game, Xzayvier Brown fueled the offense with an impressive 24-point performance, while Tae Davis contributed in multiple ways, grabbing 8 boards and dishing out 4 assists. Despite the loss, Oklahoma did shoot exceptionally well from beyond the arc, hitting 63% of their three-point attempts.
So far this season, the Sooners have been led offensively by Nijel Pack and Xzayvier Brown, both averaging a solid 15.7 points per game. Not far behind, Tae Davis has been a steady contributor as well, averaging 12.7 points so far. When it comes to crashing the boards, Mohamed Wague stands out, leading the team with an average of 7.2 rebounds per game. Xzayvier Brown also leads Oklahoma in distributing the basketball, averaging 3.2 assists this season. Defensively, Oklahoma has faced challenges, allowing opponents to score an average of 78 points over their last five games. However, their home-court advantage has been significant, as they've posted an 8-1 record at home and have put up an impressive average of 90.9 points per game there. With those numbers, the Sooners will be eager to end their current streak of conference game losses and get back in the win column when they host Alabama.
Alabama Form & Recent Results
Alabama heads into this game riding a bit of momentum, having picked up a win in their last game and coming out on top in three of their last five games. In their most recent matchup, Alabama looked impressive, defeating Mississippi State by a score of 97-82 on Tuesday. Labaron Philon Jr. had an outstanding performance, pouring in 32 points, while Amari Allen was a force on the glass, collecting 13 rebounds and also contributing 4 assists. As a team, Alabama shot 44% from the field, knocked down 35% of their three-point attempts, and converted 82% of their opportunities from the free throw line. They finished the game with 47 total rebounds and held the lead for just over half the game.
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Looking at the season so far, Labaron Philon Jr. has been Alabama’s go-to scoring option, averaging an impressive 21.9 points per game. Not far behind him is Aden Holloway, who has chipped in an average of 18.4 points each game. On the boards, Amari Allen has been the standout rebounder, averaging 7.8 rebounds during the season. Philon Jr. has also done a great job setting up his teammates, leading the way for Alabama in assists with an average of 4.9 per game. Over their last five games, Alabama’s high-powered offense has averaged 93.2 points, demonstrating their ability to put points on the board consistently. When playing on the road, Alabama has secured a 2-1 record and scored an average of 96.7 points, showing they’re just as comfortable away from home. As they get set to travel to Norman for a crucial SEC showdown with Oklahoma, Alabama will be looking to keep their offense rolling and extend their success this season.
Key Stats
- Alabama Crimson Tide this season: 46% field goal percentage, 42.5 rebounds, 16.8 assists, 6.3 blocks, 6.8 steals per game
- Oklahoma Sooners this season: 47% field goal percentage, 38.7 rebounds, 15.5 assists, 3.9 blocks, 6.4 steals per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- ALA -5.5; O/U 172.5
Alabama vs. Oklahoma Picks and Prediction
The Sooners have had a tough time in conference play so far this season, managing to win just one of their first five SEC games. They’ll be hoping to turn things around and get back on track when they host the Alabama Crimson Tide in Norman. Alabama, meanwhile, has shown some promise by splitting their first four conference games and bringing an explosive offense with them. Final Score Prediction, Alabama Crimson Tide win and cover the spread, 84-76.
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