Alabama's Tournament Dreams Dashed by Ole Miss

0:00It's March 14th, here's your Birmingham news in two minutes. Second-seated Alabama suffered a shocking upset in the opening round of the SEC tournament, losing 80-79 against 15th-seated. Ole Miss. The Crimson Tide had a chance to win at the buzzer, but Ole Miss swatted away their final shot to seal the victory. This marks another tough early stumble for Alabama in a season full of slow openings. Ole Miss dominated the first half, jumping out to a 14-point lead and never trailing once in the tournament so far. They poured in 47 points before the break. The most they've scored in any first half all year. Alabama's defense just couldn't keep up, letting the Rebels drive to the rim and hit open shots with ease. Fans and analysts are pointing to Alabama's defensive woes as the big story here. The team can light up the scoreboard on offense, but without that grit on the other end, deep runs and tournaments slip away. It's a pattern that's hurt them before, and this loss highlights how far they have to go.

1:00Stand out guard LeBaron Phylon fought through illness to lead everyone with 28 points, carrying the comeback charge. But senior sharpshooter, LaTrell Wrightsell, Struggle Badley, finishing scoreless on five misses, including four from three-point range. Alabama now waits for their NCAA tournament seating. Revealed on Sunday's selection show at 5 p.m. on CBS. This early exit stings, but March Madness offers a fresh shot at redemption. Support for this D&N episode comes from our sponsor. Some people meditate, I just lay down and press play. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.