# Alabama Set for Big Jimmy V Classic | College Basketball News

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Podcast: [College Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/college-basketball-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7654870)
Published: 2026-09-15T10:20:04+00:00
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## Resource

Alabama hoops is locking in a major showdown with Houston at Madison Square Garden for the Jimmy V Classic in 2026-27, adding to an already loaded schedule that includes a home game against Seton Hall, a return to the C.M. Newton Classic, and a spot in the Players Era tournament alongside Gonzaga, Michigan, and Tennessee. With Alabama holding a 4-3 edge in recent matchups—including three straight wins since November 2024—the Crimson Tide is clearly building momentum early, securing high-profile games that’ll test their roster and get fans buzzing ahead of what promises to be an electrifying season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/sports/college/basketball/2026/05/29/alabama-basketball-to-face-houston-at-madison-square-garden-in-2026-27/90320702007/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/135e370ebb211ff1 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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