Alabama Cruises Past Missouri in Coleman Coliseum

Crimson Tide get back on track with victory over Tigers in SEC matchup

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:55pm

The Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team defeated the Missouri Tigers 90-64 on Tuesday night in Coleman Coliseum. The Tide were led by strong performances from Latrell Wrightsell Jr., who hit 7 three-pointers, and Labaron Philon, who was perfect from the free-throw line. Alabama also got a boost from midseason addition Charles Bediako, who scored 14 points and grabbed 6 rebounds.

Why it matters

The win helps Alabama get back on track in SEC play after some recent losses. The Crimson Tide were able to capitalize on their strengths, including hot three-point shooting and solid free-throw shooting, to pull away from a Missouri team that was ahead of them in the conference standings coming into the game.

The details

Alabama shot 38.5% from three-point range, led by Wrightsell's 7 made threes. The Tide also made 23-26 free throws, a significant improvement from their struggles at the line in previous losses. Bediako provided a spark off the bench with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Alabama also scored 15 fast-break points and had 10 steals, showcasing their up-tempo style of play.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, January 28, 2026.
  • Alabama's next game is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026 against the Florida Gators.

The players

Latrell Wrightsell Jr.

An Alabama player who led the team with 7 made three-pointers, shooting 70% from deep.

Labaron Philon

An Alabama player who was perfect from the free-throw line, helping the Tide improve their struggles at the charity stripe.

Charles Bediako

A midseason addition to the Alabama roster who provided a spark off the bench with 14 points and 6 rebounds.

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What’s next

Alabama's next game is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026 against the Florida Gators.

The takeaway

Alabama's ability to capitalize on their strengths, including hot three-point shooting and improved free-throw shooting, helped them cruise to victory over Missouri and get back on track in SEC play. The Tide's up-tempo style of play also proved effective, leading to fast-break points and turnovers.