Alabama Basketball Bounces Back With Dominant Win Over UNLV

After a disappointing loss to Gonzaga on Monday evening, the Alabama Crimson Tide responded in spectacular fashion, routing UNLV 115-76 in Las Vegas on Tuesday night. The victory wasn’t just a bounce-back win, it was a statement that Alabama is a team capable of explosive offense, balanced scoring, and controlling the game on the glass.

The Tide shot an impressive 36-of-65 from the field (55%) and knocked down 14-of-33 from three, including five made threes from Aden Holloway alone. Alabama also dominated the boards, out rebounding UNLV 45-23, reinforcing a key trend: when Alabama controls the rebounds, Alabama wins.

Leading scorers included:

• Aden Holloway: 26 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists

• Houston Mallette: 19 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists

• London Jemison: 18 points, 5 rebounds

• Labaron Philon: 13 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists

• Taylor Bol Bowen: 12 points, 7 rebounds

• Amari Allen: 13 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists

Alabama’s balanced attack made it nearly impossible for UNLV to find defensive footing. Multiple players contributed both scoring and playmaking, while the Tide’s defensive energy created turnovers that led to transition points. Their dominance on the boards, combined with crisp ball movement and fast-paced execution, made this one of their most complete performances of the season.

This kind of offensive outburst sends a clear message: despite setbacks, Alabama is a dangerous team capable of scoring in bunches and finding contributions across the roster.

If the Alabama Crimson Tide can continue to carry this level of focus and rebounding dominance into SEC play, they’ll be positioned as one of the conference's teams to for sure keep an eye out for all season long.

After the disappointing 10 point Gonzaga loss, this win over UNLV was exactly the kind of statement Alabama needed. This win was truly a reminder of what this team is capable of when firing on all cylinders and controlling the boards.

If Alabama continues to improve, make adjustments, focus on the fundamentals, not only does this team have what it takes to make it back to the NCAA tournament, they have a chance to try and win it all.

Alabama will face Maryland at 11:00 PM CT in Las Vegas as they continue to compete in the Players Era Tournament.