The verdict marks four consecutive wins for the Crimson at MSU’s Humphrey Coliseum; the first time that UA has achieved this feat against the ‘Dogs. Avery Johnson‘s Tide turns their record to 8-5, while Ben Howland’s bunch falls to 9-4 with the loss.
An observer could say that the 10 point score was closer than the game. Though they trailed State early, the Tide enjoyed a 21-4 run in the first half and gained control of the game for good around the midpoint of the second half.
Though frequent UA fouls and quicker play by State allowed the Maroon squad to pull within six in the closing minutes, Bama was able to milk the clock in the closing moments.