Hofstra Pride vs. Alabama Crimson Tide

Our 164.2 efficiency projection is reinforced by Alabama's status as the nation's #1 scoring offense (91.7 PPG) and their 356th-ranked scoring defense (83.5 PAPG). While the Tide lost second-leading scorer Aden Holloway to suspension on March 16, their fourth-ranked adjusted tempo remains the primary floor-setter against a Hofstra squad featuring CAA Player of the Year Cruz Davis (20.2 PPG). Hofstra enters on a seven-game win streak with the perimeter efficiency required to exploit Alabama's high-possession volatility and league-high three-point volume.