As SEC men’s basketball approaches Saturday’s games, let’s review the status of the teams after two games into the season:
Alabama (2-0): Following an 8-5 pre-conference schedule, the Crimson Tide has started SEC play with two victories. Senior guard Mark Sears contributed 52 points, including a notable 31-point performance against South Carolina. Alabama faces Mississippi State on Saturday.
Auburn (2-0): After a setback against Appalachian State, Auburn secured eight consecutive wins, including a dominant 32-point victory over Arkansas and a 66-55 win against Texas A&M. They host LSU on Saturday.
Georgia (2-0): The Bulldogs extended their winning streak to 10 games, defeating Arkansas and Missouri. Senior Russel Tchewa has been a key rebounder for Georgia. They face a challenging matchup against Tennessee on Saturday.
Kentucky (2-0): Ranked No. 6, the Wildcats, led by Tre Mitchell, have excelled, and they aim to climb higher with a game against Texas A&M. Mitchell’s consistent double-digit rebounds have been crucial for Kentucky.
LSU (2-0): Surprising many with a 2-0 start, LSU, led by guard Jalen Cook, defeated Texas A&M and Vanderbilt. Cook, previously ineligible due to transfers, has been a standout performer. LSU faces Auburn in a matchup of unbeaten teams on Saturday.
Ole Miss (1-1): After a strong start, Ole Miss suffered a loss to Tennessee but bounced back with a convincing win over Florida. Jaemyn Brakefield has been a standout player, contributing 50 points in the two league games. They host struggling Vanderbilt on Saturday.
Mississippi State (1-1): Rebounding from a loss to South Carolina, Mississippi State upset fifth-ranked Tennessee. Freshman Josh Hubbard played a significant role in the win. They host Alabama on Saturday.
South Carolina (1-1): Despite a loss to Alabama, South Carolina rebounded with a win over Mississippi State. Meechie Johnson’s scoring performance was noteworthy. They face winless Missouri on Saturday.
Tennessee (1-1): After an impressive win over Ole Miss, Tennessee faced a setback against Mississippi State. They aim to bounce back against Georgia on Saturday.
Arkansas (0-2): Enduring a tough start, Arkansas lost to Auburn and Georgia. Their shooting struggles, particularly from beyond the arc, pose a challenge. They play Florida on Saturday.
Florida (0-2): Defensive issues plagued Florida in losses to Kentucky and Ole Miss. They aim to secure a league win against Arkansas on Saturday.
Missouri (0-2): Despite competitive performances, Missouri fell short against Georgia and Kentucky. They host South Carolina on Saturday.
Texas A&M (0-2): Struggling with poor shooting, Texas A&M faces a tough challenge against Kentucky on Saturday.
Vanderbilt (0-2): With losses to Alabama and LSU, Vanderbilt, currently ranked 242nd in NET rankings, faces a tough matchup against Ole Miss on Saturday. Coach Jerry Stackhouse needs a turnaround.
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