Alabama to Face Western Kentucky in Place of Houston on Saturday Afternoon
12/14/2020 3:36:00 PM | Men's Basketball
The Cougars were forced to cancel their contest in Tuscaloosa due to COVID-19
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama men's basketball team's matchup with Houston scheduled for this Saturday has been cancelled due to COVID-19 issues within the Cougars' basketball program. As a result, the Crimson Tide has agreed to play the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky on Saturday, Dec. 19, at 1 p.m. CT on SEC Network+.
The Hilltoppers currently own a record of 5-2 through seven games this season, which includes victories over Memphis and Rhode Island, among others. Western Kentucky's two defeats have come against nationally-ranked West Virginia and Louisville.
Tickets that have been purchased for the Houston game will be valid to use for Saturday's Western Kentucky contest. Limited tickets still remain. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact the TIDE PRIDE/ Ticket office at 205-348-2262 or by email at ticketoffice@ia.ua.edu.
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