Alabama basketball's first road trip and first ranked opponent of the 2024-25 season are on deck. The No. 2 Crimson Tide (3-0) will face No. 12 Purdue (3-0) on Friday. Since breaking 100 against UNC-Asheville in the opener,

"He's a fabulous player," said Purdue coach Matt Painter. "Best point guard I've been around." The good news for the reigning Big Ten champs is that they're off to a 3-0 start while Smith is posting career-high numbers in points (15.

In the first half, it was Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith. In the second, Cam Heide and Myles Colvin. Purdue needed every bit of it vs. Yale.

A premier showdown is scheduled at Mackey Arena on Friday, as No. 13 Purdue hosts No. 2 Alabama. Information on how to watch, listen, key players and the coaching matchup. A colossal matchup is on the schedule for Friday night, as No. 13 Purdue hosts No. 2 ...