Alabama looking for first 5-1 start since the 04-05 season (last time they made the tournament).
Tide defense only allowing 57.3 points per game, sixth best average in the nation. Teams shooting only 36% against the Tide, second best percentage in the nation.
LSU is on a three game losing streak. Tigers are 10-10 overall and 2-3 in the SEC.
Freshman Ralston Turner leads Tigers in scoring with 13.7ppg. JaMychal Green leads Tide with 15.5ppg.
Keys to the Game:
LSU will have to double J. Green and make the Tide play half-court offense.
Tide will have to push tempo on offense and stay out of foul trouble.
