- Matchup: Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Alabama Crimson Tide
- Scheduled Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
- Venue: Coleman Coliseum, Tuscaloosa, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Line: Arkansas State (+25.5)
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In Coleman Coliseum, the Alabama Crimson Tide (1-0) are set to face the Arkansas State Red Wolves (1-0) this Friday. The Crimson Tide enter as significant 25.5-point favorites as indicated by oddsmakers. The total points line has been established at 173.5.
Recently, the Arkansas State Red Wolves secured a narrow victory over Toledo, finishing at 71-70. Arkansas State achieved a field goal success rate of 35.7% (25 of 70) while sinking 11 out of 37 attempts from three-point distance. At the free-throw line, the team converted 10 of their 23 attempts, translating to a success rate of 43.5%. On the boards, the Red Wolves gathered 44 rebounds, including 17 offensive ones. They recorded 15 assists in total, while forcing their opponents into 15 turnovers and making 12 steals. Defensively, Arkansas State allowed a shooting rate of 39.7% from Toledo, who completed 29 out of 73 shots. Toledo managed 21 assists and 7 steals in this matchup, alongside collecting 44 rebounds (14 offensive, 30 defensive), but they did not register any blocks. Toledo’s free-throw conversion rate was 75.0%, scoring 6 of 8 attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc with 6 successful shots out of 27. In terms of fouls, Arkansas State committed 15, in comparison to Toledo’s 18 fouls.
Notably, Tameron Ferguson played a vital role in this game, scoring 20 points with an impressive shooting accuracy of 80.0% (8 of 10). He played for 32 minutes while also grabbing 7 rebounds and contributing 3 assists.
With a current record of 1-0, Arkansas State averages 10.0 turnovers and 15.0 fouls per game. The team is securing approximately 46.0 rebounds per outing, with 15 assists for the season—ranking them 180th in Division 1 for assists. Their three-point shooting stands at 29.7% (11 of 37), and their free-throw percentage is 43.5%. Offensively, the Red Wolves are averaging 71.0 points per game, placing them 244th in Division 1, with an overall field goal success rate of 35.7%.
Defensively, Arkansas State forces an average of 16.0 turnovers per game and draws 18 fouls. They rank 330th in Division 1 for assists given up, surrendering 21 on the season. The Red Wolves permit a field goal percentage of 39.7% (29 of 73) while allowing 50.0 rebounds per game and limiting opponents to a 22.2% three-point success rate. They are positioned 184th in points allowed per game, giving up 70.0.
In their last game, the Alabama Crimson Tide triumphed with a score of 96-74 against Sam Houston. The Tide collected 40 rebounds in total, comprising 28 defensive and 12 offensive boards. They recorded 10 turnovers and were active defensively, generating 17 steals. Sam Houston committed 16 fouls, providing Alabama with 19 free-throw opportunities, of which they converted 14, yielding a free-throw success rate of 73.7%. From beyond the arc, Alabama shot 10 out of 31 (32.3%). Overall, they completed 36 out of 75 field goal attempts, finishing the contest with a shooting efficiency of 48.0%. Defensively, Alabama allowed Sam Houston to score 38.5% of their shots, completing 25 out of 65 attempts, while also permitting 15 out of 33 three-point shots (45.5%). Sam Houston collected 37 total rebounds, including 12 offensive boards.
London Jemison stood out for the Crimson Tide, shooting 6 of 7 for an impressive rate of 85.7%. He contributed 3 rebounds, 15 points, and an assist in his 20 minutes on the court.
Alabama currently holds a record of 1-0. Offensively, they are demonstrating a field goal percentage of 48.0%, ranking 145th in the nation. They have scored 96 points this season, averaging 42.0 rebounds per game. The team is providing 17.0 assists per game (121st in D-1) and committing 10.0 turnovers per contest, while averaging 16.0 fouls.
Defensively, the Crimson Tide ranks 217th in college basketball for points permitted per game, allowing 74.0. They are effective at forcing opponents into 23.0 turnovers each game while limiting shooting efficiency to 38.5% (145th in college). Their defense concedes 45.5% on three-point attempts and opponents are successfully converting 56.3% of their free throws. Furthermore, they permit an average of 17.0 assists and 45.0 rebounds per game, rated 299th and 332nd in Division 1, respectively.
Who will claim victory in tonight’s NCAA clash against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Arkansas State (+25.5)
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