In a thrilling overtime game, No. 7 Alabama triumphed over No. 1 Auburn, clinching a 93-91 victory with a buzzer-beater by Mark Sears. This marked Alabama's significant comeback, as they ended a two-game losing streak. Grant Nelson led Alabama with 23 points, while Auburn's Johni Broome scored an impressive 34 points in a losing effort, becoming the first SEC player to score 30 points in a loss for an AP No. 1 team. The match highlighted intense rivalry and showcased key performances from both teams.
The off-balance buzzer-beater from the free-throw line was only the third made basket of the game for Sears, who finished with nine points.
Johni Broome scored 34 points, including a game-tying layup in the final minute of regulation and a game-tying 3-pointer with 15 seconds left in overtime.
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