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LSU Tigers vs Alabama Crimson Tide Recap - Alabama Wins 88-82
Kira Lewis Jr. scored 27 points for Alabama on Saturday, leading them to a 88-82 victory over LSU at Coleman Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Alabama were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.
Alabama got 26 points from Jaden Shackelford and another 10 points from Galin Smith. Kira Lewis Jr. contributed 4 assists, while Herbert Jones cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
LSU got a 24-point performance from Skylar Mays, who was supported by 18 points from Trendon Watford. Javonte Smart had 4 assists in a losing cause for LSU, while Emmitt Williams grabbed 10 rebounds.
Alabama led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Alabama heads into a battle against Texas A&M. LSU, meanwhile, will have their next action against Kentucky.