Alabama Advances to Sweet 16 with Dominant Win Over Saint Mary’s

The Crimson Tide's balanced offense and rebounding strength secured an 80-66 victory, setting up a matchup against BYU in Newark.

Alabama defeated Saint Mary’s 80-66 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, marking their third consecutive Sweet 16 appearance.
Six Alabama players scored in double figures, led by Chris Youngblood with 13 points, showcasing the team's depth and balance.
Saint Mary’s struggled offensively, shooting just 25% in the first half and making only 3 of 14 three-point attempts during the game.
Alabama out-rebounded Saint Mary’s 41-36, overcoming one of the nation’s top rebounding teams and limiting their second-chance opportunities.
The Crimson Tide will face BYU in the Sweet 16 on Thursday in Newark, aiming for their second straight Final Four appearance.