TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (Interstat) — The Alabama Crimson Tide used a dominant first half to secure an 89-75 victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks in a Southeastern Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Coleman Coliseum.

Alabama built a 45-32 halftime lead and maintained its advantage throughout the second half before an announced crowd of 13,474. The Crimson Tide improved to 18-7 overall, while the Gamecocks fell to 11-14. Alabama’s efficient offense proved decisive as South Carolina could not overcome the early deficit.