The Texas Longhorns (15-1) will look to build on their eight-game winning streak when they host the Alabama Crimson Tide (15-1) on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Crimson Tide have won six games in a row.

Texas beat Arkansas 90-56 in its last game on Sunday.

Here’s what you need before this matchup to prepare for Thursday’s college basketball action.

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Texas vs. Alabama: How to watch on TV or live stream

• Matchday: Thursday, January 9, 2025
• Playing time: 8:00 p.m. ET
• Location: Austin, Texas
• Arena: Moody Center
• TV channels: SEC Network +

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Texas scores

• The Longhorns are averaging 90.8 points, 34.3 more than the Crimson Tide are giving up.
• When Texas scores more than 56.5 points, the score is 15-1.
• Texas has a record of 8-7 against the spread and 15-1 overall when scoring more than 56.5 points.
• Alabama is 8-5 against the margin and 15-1 overall when allowing fewer than 90.8 points.

Computer tip between Texas and Alabama

• Forecast:
  Texas 77, Alabama 67

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