Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAAB Betting Prediction
PublishedJanuary 17, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 17, 2026 ,

NCAAB Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Prediction 1/17

On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the #18 Alabama Crimson Tide will take on the Oklahoma Sooners at 1:00 PM ET. The game will be held at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK. Alabama is favored with a spread of -5.5, while Oklahoma is the underdog with a spread of +5.5. Fans can catch the action on SECN as these Southeastern Conference teams meet on the court.

Alabama vs. Oklahoma Betting Prediction

  • Spread Prediction: Alabama -5.5. Alabama is ranked #18 and has a strong record as a favorite, winning 81.8% of those games. Oklahoma has struggled against the spread, especially as an underdog.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 175.5. Alabama averages 93.7 points per game, and their recent games have gone over the total. Oklahoma also scores well, averaging 84.1 points per game.

Team Trends

  • The Alabama Crimson Tide is favored by 5.5 points against the Oklahoma Sooners.
  • Alabama has a strong record as a favorite, winning 81.8% of those games straight up.
  • Oklahoma struggles as an underdog, winning only 16.7% of those games straight up.
  • Alabama’s games have gone over the total in their last 3 games.
  • Oklahoma has covered the spread in just 29.4% of their games this season.

Alabama vs Oklahoma Preview

The Alabama Crimson Tide will travel to Norman, OK, to play against the Oklahoma Sooners on January 17, 2026. Alabama comes into the game with a 12-5 record, having secured a recent win against Mississippi State by 15 points. Their away record stands at 5-3, showing they can handle the pressure on the road.

Oklahoma, with an 11-6 record, will aim to use their strong home performance, where they are 10-1, to their advantage. The Sooners recently faced a tough loss against Florida, falling short by 17 points. Both teams are eager to improve their standings in the Southeastern Conference.

Oklahoma Sooners: Home Court Advantage

The Oklahoma Sooners have a strong home record this season. They have won 10 out of 11 games at the Lloyd Noble Center. This gives them confidence when playing on their home court. Recent games have been challenging for the Sooners. They lost to the Florida Gators by 17 points, scoring 79 points. In an earlier game against Texas A&M, they lost by 7 points, scoring 76 points. Key players for the Sooners include Nijel Pack and Xzayvier Brown. Both have averaged 15.7 points per game this season. Tae Davis also contributes with 12.7 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.

Alabama Crimson Tide: A Strong Contender

The Alabama Crimson Tide ranks 18th in the AP polls. They have a record of 12 wins and 5 losses this season. On the road, they have secured 5 wins in 8 games, showing their ability to compete away from home. In recent games, Alabama scored a big win against Mississippi State, winning by 15 points with a score of 97-82. Labaron Philon Jr. was a standout player with 32 points and 4 rebounds. However, they faced a close loss against Texas, with a final score of 92-88. Key players for Alabama include Labaron Philon Jr., who averages 21.9 points per game. Amari Allen is also important, contributing 11.7 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. Aden Holloway adds depth with an average of 18.4 points per game.

Final Betting Pick

Alabama is favored by 5.5 points, and this pick looks solid. Alabama is ranked #18 and has a strong record as a favorite, winning 81.8% of those games. Oklahoma has not done well against the spread, especially when they are the underdog. Alabama’s strong offense, scoring 93.7 points per game, adds confidence to this pick.

The over/under is set at 175.5, and the over is a good choice. Alabama averages 93.7 points per game, while Oklahoma scores 84.1 points per game. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, which suggests a high total score. Alabama’s recent games have also gone over the total, supporting this prediction.

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