Alabama basketball had to wait longer than most to learn who it would play in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Now, the Crimson Tide has its answer.
After two overtimes, Notre Dame outlasted Rutgers 89-87 on Wednesday night to earn a trip to San Diego to face Alabama . The two teams will face each other Friday at Viejas Arena.
The Fighting Irish also lost to Texas A&M and beat Miami. The same result occurred for Alabama against both opponents.The Crimson Tide is going to have to find a way to limit its turnovers because its opponent won't likely have many. Overall, the Fighting Irish's offense is stronger than its defense. Notre Dame's offensive efficiency rating sits at No. 30 while its defense is No. 83, per KenPom.
With the board in the final seconds, he was able to set up his layup and give Notre Dame a two-point lead with two seconds left in double overtime. The Scarlet Knights couldn't get a shot off.
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