No. 20 Alabama Crimson Tide tip off season at home against the Sam Houston Bearkats

Nov 2, 2026, 09:44 am

Sam Houston Bearkats at Alabama Crimson Tide

Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: No. 20 Alabama hosts Sam Houston for the season opener.

Alabama went 25-10 overall with a 12-3 record at home during the 2025-26 season. The Crimson Tide gave up 82.7 points per game while committing 18.7 fouls last season.

Sam Houston finished 22-12 overall last season while going 6-10 on the road. The Bearkats shot 46.5% from the field and 36.6% from 3-point range last season.

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