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Alabama Women's Basketball Upsets No. 13 Ole Miss in Thriller
Jessica Timmons leads No. 21 Alabama to 64-63 victory over ranked opponent
Feb. 6, 2026 at 12:07am
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The No. 21 Alabama women's basketball team defeated the No. 13 Ole Miss Rebels 64-63 in a thrilling matchup on Thursday night. Jessica Timmons scored a team-high 23 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Karly Weathers added 14 points and 6 rebounds for the Crimson Tide.
Why it matters
This upset victory over a highly ranked SEC opponent boosts Alabama's resume and NCAA tournament hopes, as they look to make the Big Dance for the first time since 2019. The close game also showcases the parity and competitiveness within the SEC women's basketball landscape this season.
The details
Alabama overcame a late deficit in the fourth quarter, using a strong defensive effort and timely scoring from Timmons and Weathers to secure the narrow win. The game came down to the final seconds, with Alabama holding on for the one-point victory.
- The game took place on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
The players
Jessica Timmons
A standout junior forward for the Alabama women's basketball team, Timmons led the Crimson Tide with 23 points and 7 rebounds in the upset win.
Karly Weathers
A senior guard for Alabama, Weathers contributed 14 points and 6 rebounds to help the Crimson Tide defeat their ranked SEC rival.
What they’re saying
“This was a huge win for our program and our confidence moving forward. Our team really battled and made the plays we needed to down the stretch.”
— Kristy Curry, Alabama Head Coach
What’s next
Alabama will look to build on this upset victory as they continue SEC play, with key upcoming matchups against ranked opponents like South Carolina and Tennessee.
The takeaway
Alabama's thrilling win over Ole Miss demonstrates the depth and competitiveness of SEC women's basketball this season, as the Crimson Tide proved they can compete with and defeat top-ranked conference foes.
