The Crimson Tide prevailed 85-80 in overtime of this inter-top-10 matchup as it had all the makings of an excellent neutral site game.

"Usually, we wouldn't be on our feet this much the day before a game," Oats said. "But every team is the same, so it's not any type of competitive disadvantage." No. 9 Alabama (4-1) is one of nine teams playing for over $59 million in NIL compensation that will be paid over the next three years for players' engagement in "activities separate and apart from competition.