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Alabama Handles Business Against South Carolina to Extend Win Streak
The Crimson Tide made sure the Valentine's result was sweet rather than sour to pick up its fourth straight SEC win.
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 89-75 in a home game at Coleman Coliseum. The Tide was led by strong 3-point shooting from guards Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Labaron Philon Jr. and Aden Holloway, as well as a double-digit rebounding performance from freshman forward Amari Allen. However, the Tide struggled at the free throw line and with ball security, allowing South Carolina's Meechie Johnson to keep the game close with a big second-half performance.
Why it matters
This win extends Alabama's winning streak to four games in SEC play, keeping them in the race for a double bye in the SEC tournament and a high seed in the NCAA tournament. The Tide needs to continue winning home games against teams like South Carolina if they want to achieve those goals.
The details
Alabama jumped out to a 45-32 halftime lead, but South Carolina's Meechie Johnson scored 24 points in the second half to keep the game competitive. The Tide was led in scoring by Aden Holloway with 20 points, while Philon and Wrightsell each had 19. Alabama shot 70% from the free throw line but missed the front end of multiple trips, and they turned the ball over 12 times leading to 12 South Carolina points.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
The players
Latrell Wrightsell Jr.
An Alabama guard who combined with Labaron Philon Jr. and Aden Holloway to go 11-of-19 from 3-point range.
Labaron Philon Jr.
An Alabama guard who combined with Latrell Wrightsell Jr. and Aden Holloway to go 11-of-19 from 3-point range.
Aden Holloway
An Alabama guard who combined with Latrell Wrightsell Jr. and Labaron Philon Jr. to go 11-of-19 from 3-point range, and led the team in scoring with 20 points.
Amari Allen
An Alabama freshman forward who grabbed 10 rebounds for his seventh double-digit rebounding performance of the season.
Meechie Johnson
A South Carolina player who scored 24 points in the second half to keep the game close.
What’s next
The Tide has the chance to extend the streak again at home Wednesday against Arkansas at 6 p.m.
The takeaway
Alabama's win over South Carolina, despite some sloppy play, keeps them in contention for a high seed in the SEC and NCAA tournaments. The Tide will need to continue winning home games against lesser opponents if they want to achieve those goals.
