Alabama vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi: Betting Odds For NCAA Tournament Round of 64

Set to compete in the South Region are the top-seeded Alabama Crimson Tide, winners of the SEC Championship, and the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders.

The Crimson Tide (29-5,16-2 SEC) aim for a deep tournament run this year after being eliminated in the first round by Notre Dame in the previous NCAA Tournament.

The Islanders (23-10,14-4 Southland) are looking to bounce back following their defeat to Texas Southern in the 2021-2022 First Four.

The matchup is scheduled for Thursday at 2:45 EDT in Birmingham, Alabama, and will be broadcast on CBS. For those interested in betting odds, here’s the relevant information:

Betting Odds, Money Line, Spread, Over/Under

*All lines are sourced from Draft Kings*

Money LineAlabama: -12500Texas A&M Corpus Christi: +2500

Over/Under: 155.5Over: -110Under: -110

Spread: Alabama -24 (-110)Texas A&M Corpus Christi: +24 (-110)

Regular Season Summary

Alabama

After bowing out in the first round against Notre Dame last season, the Crimson Tide staged a remarkable comeback this season.

With a 29-5 overall record, they are considered a strong contender for a deep tournament run by March Madness betting sites. Led by Freshman Brandon Miller, the team holds the top spot in strength of schedule, according to CBS, and is among the most efficient offensive teams. Notable victories include wins against Houston and UNC.

Alabama finished with an impressive 16 wins in the SEC, suffering defeats only to Tennessee and Texas A&M, and secured a record of 7-4 against Top 25 teams. Nate Oats, an exceptional coach, has guided the team to success on both ends of the court, especially in attacking with their height advantage.

Defensively, they have limited opponents to under 70 points per game. Despite off-court challenges, the impact on their gameplay remains uncertain.

Texas A&M Corpus Christi

The Islanders seek advancement against Alabama after their First Four exit last year. Ending the season with a 24-10 record, one win more than the previous season, the Islanders found their stride after a slow start, winning 7 consecutive games and 11 of the following 12. With 14 wins in the Southland Conference and notable victories against Alcorn State and Northwestern State, the team showcased prowess at the free-throw line.

Although placed among the bottom 300 in terms of strength of schedule, the Islanders impressed with their 3-point shooting and offensive capabilities. Jalen Jackson’s leadership was evident in their First Four win over Southeast Missouri State. If Senior Guard Terrion Murdix misses the game, Texas A&M Corpus Christi may face challenges keeping up with Alabama.

Injury Report

Alabama: None

Texas A&M Corpus Christi: Terrion Murdix (G)

Key Players

Alabama

Freshman Forward Brandon Miller, a standout player for Alabama, has been a pivotal force this season with an average of 19.6 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, nearly securing a double-double each game. He stands at 6’9” and has achieved solid shooting percentages from the field and beyond the arc. Noah Clowney, another freshman, has been a consistent contributor, averaging 10.1 points and 8 rebounds. Junior guard Mark Sears has also played a significant role, averaging 12.5 points per game.

Texas A&M Corpus Christi

Senior guard Trevian Tennyson has displayed versatility for his team, showcasing improvement in playing time, field goal percentage, and three-point shooting.

If Terrion Murdix, the Senior Guard, is absent, Texas A&M Corpus Christi may face challenges as he contributes significantly with his shooting prowess, double-digit points average, and assists.

Key Statistics

• Alabama averages 82.2 points per game, while Texas A&M Corpus Christi averages 80.4 points per game.

• Alabama leads the nation in rebounds per game, registering 44.4, marginally above UAB.

• Alabama averages 44.4 rebounds per game, while Texas A&M Corpus Christi averages 36.9 rebounds per game.

• Texas A&M Corpus Christi averages 36.8% from 3-point range, while Alabama averages 33.8%.

• Alabama is ranked 8th in point differential at +13.6

• Texas A&M Corpus Christi is placed 17th in the nation with 80.2 PPG

• Texas A&M Corpus Christi ranks 47th in point differential at +7.6

LAST 10 GAMES + GAME PREDICTION

• SPREAD: Alabama -24

–Alabama covered the spread in three of their last five games, including matchups against Missouri and Mississippi State.

–Alabama has a 19-14-1 record in covering the spread this season.

-The highest point spread for Alabama is against Texas A&M CC at -24.0.

–Texas A&M CC covered the spread in three of their last 10 games.

–Texas A&M CC holds an 18-12-0 ATS record.

–Texas A&M CC has covered the spread in 7 of their last 10 games.

• MONEY LINE: Alabama-Alabama won the Money line 8 out of their last 10 games

–The Alabama money line at -12500 may not offer considerable value when included in a parlay, presenting a high-risk, low-reward scenario.

–In their last 10 games, Alabama secured high-money line wins at -1932 against UGA and -1682 vs. South Carolina.

–Texas A&M CC won the money line in 9 out of their last 10 games.

• OVER/UNDER-OVER: Alabama has a 15-18-1 record against the over/under. They hit the UNDER in 6 of their last 10 games and in the last 4 consecutive games.

–Texas A&M CC holds an 18-12 record versus over/under and has hit the under in 6 out of their last ten games.

Alabama Avg +/- vs O/U Line: +3.23

Texas A&M CC Avg +/- vs O/U Line: + 0.24

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