Kentucky and Alabama have played 155 times on the hardwood. The Wildcats have 115 wins over the Crimson Tide, and in recent years, many have knocked Alabama out of the SEC Tournament. In 2018, Wenyen Gabriel was the surprise poacher that took down the Avery Johnson’s Elephants.
Playing in St. Louis’ Scottrade Center, the Wildcats’ drew future first round pick Collin Sexton in the semifinals. The Alabama point guard had 21 points, but it was a small forward from the UK bench that stole the show.
Entering the game, Gabriel previously only reached double figures five times in the 2017-18 season.