The No. 25 Illinois Fighting Illini (3-0) face the No. 8 Alabama Crimson Tide (3-1) in a high-profile non-conference matchup at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
Both teams aim to bolster their early-season resumes in this clash between Big Ten and SEC powerhouses. Illinois looks to bounce back from their recent loss to Marquette, while Alabama seeks to maintain their perfect start to the season.
How to Watch Illinois vs. Alabama:
- Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- Time: 9:00 PM CT
- Channel: SEC Network
- Stream: Fubo (Try for free)
Illinois, under head coach Brad Underwood, enters this game with a 3-0 record. The Illini have shown offensive prowess, ranking fourth among Division I programs in 3-pointers per game (12.7). Their balanced attack features multiple players averaging double figures, with the guard trio of Kasparas Jakucionis, Kylan Boswell, and Tre White likely to start.
Alabama, led by head coach Nate Oats, has started the season strong with a 3-1 record, their only blemish at the hands of the Purdue Boilermakers. The Crimson Tide's high-powered offense started the season impressively, scoring 110 and 88 points in their first two games. Guard Mark Sears has been a standout, leading the team with 17.3 points per game.
Alabama leads the all-time series 3-1, with Illinois having lost three straight to the Tide. Their last meeting was nearly a decade ago, on March 17, 2015, when Alabama won 79-58 in Tuscaloosa.
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