Birmingham, AL - The No. 2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide survived a scare on Friday, defeating the No. 15 seed Robert Morris Colonials in a nail-biting first-round NCAA Tournament game. Alabama struggled to find its rhythm offensively, while Robert Morris played with tenacity and confidence. The Colonials kept the game close throughout, refusing to back down against the higher-ranked Crimson Tide.
Alabama's star players had a difficult time breaking through Robert Morris's defense. Turnovers and missed shots plagued the Crimson Tide, allowing Robert Morris to stay within striking distance. In the final minutes, Robert Morris had multiple opportunities to take the lead, but crucial defensive stops by Alabama prevented the upset.
While Alabama advances to the next round, the narrow victory serves as a reminder that no team is guaranteed a win in the NCAA Tournament. Robert Morris proved to be a formidable opponent, showcasing the potential for upsets that makes March Madness so exciting. Alabama will need to improve its performance if it hopes to make a deep run in the tournament.
Alabama Avoids Upset, Edges Robert Morris in NCAA Tournament
The Alabama Crimson Tide, a No. 2 seed, narrowly escaped a stunning upset in the NCAA Tournament. They held off a strong challenge from No. 15 seed Robert Morris on Friday. The game went down to the wire, with Alabama clinging to a slim lead in the final minutes. Ultimately, Alabama prevailed, but the close call highlights the unpredictability of March Madness.