The No. 7 Alabama Crimson Tide will face off against the No. 20 Illinois Fighting Illini at Legacy Arena at BJCC on Wednesday, with the game set to tip off at 9:00 PM ET.
For more information on how to watch this game, including streaming options via fuboTV, keep reading.
Game Details:
– Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
– Time: 9:00 PM ET
– Location: Birmingham, Alabama
– Venue: Legacy Arena at BJCC
– TV Channel:*SEC Network
**Alabama vs. Illinois: Stats and Trends**
Alabama had the top offense in the nation last season, averaging 90.1 points per game. However, their defense ranked among the worst, allowing 81.2 points per game.
On the boards, the Crimson Tide ranked 25th nationally with 36 rebounds per game, but they struggled with defensive rebounds, ranking 205th, allowing 32 per game.
Alabama also averaged 15.7 assists per game, placing 37th in the country, but had issues with turnovers, committing 11.6 per game (221st) while forcing 10.8 turnovers (228th).
The Crimson Tide were prolific from beyond the arc, ranking second in the nation with 11.2 three-pointers made per game and 20th in three-point shooting percentage at 37.3%. However, they allowed 7.5 three-pointers per game and opponents hit 31.7% of their attempts, ranking 204th and 64th, respectively.
Last season, Alabama took 53.5% of their shots inside the arc and 46.5% from long range. In terms of field goals made, 63.6% were two-pointers and 36.4% were three-pointers.
