The Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournament quarterfinals will feature a high-stakes matchup between the No. 3 seed Alabama Crimson Tide and the No. 6 seed Kentucky Wildcats on Friday, March 14, 2025. The game is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, and will be broadcast on the SEC Network. What’s the smart bet in tonight’s Kentucky vs. Alabama matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Kentucky Wildcats (+7) at Alabama Crimson Tide (-7); o/u 179.5
9:30 p.m. ET, Friday, March 14, 2025
Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN
TV: SEC Network
Kentucky vs. Alabama Public Betting: Bettors
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 58% of public bettors are currently backing Alabama when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Team Overviews:
Alabama Crimson Tide: Alabama enters the tournament with a 24-7 overall record and a 13-5 mark in SEC play. As the No. 3 seed, they earned a double-bye into the quarterfinals, providing them with additional rest and preparation time.
Kentucky Wildcats: Kentucky holds a 22-10 overall record, with a 10-8 conference record. In their second-round game, the Wildcats secured a thrilling 85-84 victory over the Oklahoma Sooners. Guard Otega Oweh led the charge with 27 points, including the game-winning shot, while Koby Brea contributed 22 points. However, starting point guard Lamont Butler re-injured his left shoulder during the game, and his availability for the matchup against Alabama is uncertain.
Season Series:
Alabama and Kentucky have faced each other twice this season, with Alabama emerging victorious in both encounters. Despite the outcomes, both games were closely contested, indicating a competitive dynamic between the teams.
Key Factors to Watch:
Lamont Butler’s Availability: The potential absence of Kentucky’s starting point guard could impact their offensive flow and defensive matchups, particularly against Alabama’s All-SEC guard Mark Sears.
Alabama’s Rest Advantage: Having secured a double-bye, Alabama enters the game well-rested, which could play a pivotal role against a Kentucky team coming off a taxing game.
Kentucky vs. Alabama CBB Prediction:
I’m taking Kentucky +7.5 at Bovada.lv. Despite their injuries, the Wildcats have played well down the stretch. They failed to cover as a 6.5-point favorite yesterday versus Oklahoma, but beat a solid Missouri team on the road as a 6-point underdog in their final regular season game. While Alabama won at Auburn, the Tigers had lost back-to-back games versus Tennessee and Florida. I just think this is too many points.
Kentucky vs. Alabama Hoops Prediction: KENTUCKY WILDCATS +7