On Wednesday, November 19, 2025, the #11 Alabama Crimson Tide will take on the #8 Illinois Fighting Illini at the United Center in Chicago, IL. This non-conference game is set to tip off at 9:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on FS1. The Illini, with a perfect 4-0 record, are favored by 3.5 points, while the Crimson Tide come in with a 2-1 record, looking to make their mark on the neutral court.

Alabama vs. Illinois Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Alabama +3.5. Alabama has been strong as an underdog, winning their only game in that role. Their offensive stats are solid, and they can keep it close.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 182.5. Both teams have shown trends toward the under in their recent games, and this total is high.

Team Trends

• The game will be played at a neutral site, United Center in Chicago, IL.
• Illinois Fighting Illini is favored with a spread of -3.5.
• Alabama Crimson Tide has a moneyline of +147 as the underdog.
• Illinois has won all their games straight up this season with a 4-0 record.
• Alabama has a perfect 100% record against the spread as an underdog this season.

Alabama vs Illinois Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide and Illinois Fighting Illini are set to play on November 19, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago. This game will be a test for both teams. Alabama has a 2-1 record, with their only loss against Purdue. Illinois is undefeated with a 4-0 record, having recently beaten Colgate by 19 points. The game will be shown on FS1 at 9:00 PM ET.

Alabama’s recent performance has been strong, with wins over St. John’s and North Dakota. They will rely on players like Labaron Philon Jr. and Aden Holloway to lead the way. Illinois has been dominant at home, with players like David Mirkovic and Kylan Boswell making significant contributions. The Illini are favored by 3.5 points, and they will look to maintain their perfect record on this neutral court.

Illinois Fighting Illini: A Strong Start to the Season

The Illinois Fighting Illini are ranked #8 in the nation. They are in the Big Ten Conference. So far, they have a perfect 4-0 record this season. In their recent games, Illinois won against Colgate by 19 points. They also defeated Texas Tech by 4 points. Their biggest win was against Florida Gulf Coast, with a 43-point difference. Key players like David Mirkovic and Kylan Boswell have made an impact. Mirkovic scored 27 points against Colgate. Boswell had 31 points and 10 rebounds against Florida Gulf Coast.

Alabama Crimson Tide: Aiming for a Bounce Back

The Alabama Crimson Tide hold the #11 spot in the AP rankings. They are part of the Southeastern Conference. Their current season record stands at 2-1. They have shown strong offensive play, averaging 91.3 points per game. In their recent game against Purdue, Alabama lost by 7 points. Labaron Philon Jr. contributed 11 points and 7 assists. Aden Holloway also scored 21 points in that game. Against St. John’s, Alabama won by 7 points, with Philon Jr. scoring 25 points. Alabama’s offense is fueled by three-point shooting, with 11.7 made per game. They attempt 35.3 three-pointers per game, ranking 8th in the nation. Key players like Philon Jr. and Taylor Bol Bowen are crucial to their scoring efforts. Philon Jr. leads the team with 19.3 points per game.

Final Betting Pick

Alabama getting +3.5 points is a strong pick. They have been solid as an underdog, winning their only game in that role. Their offense is effective, with 91.3 points per game and a fast pace of 74.3 possessions per game. This allows them to keep games close, even against higher-ranked teams like Illinois.

The under 182.5 is another good choice. Both teams have shown trends toward lower-scoring games. Alabama’s defense allows fewer points per game than Illinois, and they have a slower pace. This could lead to a lower total score, making the under a smart bet for this game.

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