Last season, LSU basketball had twice played Alabama tough early before fading late. Saturday's matchup between the Tigers (12-7, 1-5 SEC) and Crimson Tide ... down a monster dunk for his first ...

Feb. 13, 2011; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide coach Wendell Hudson smiles during the second half against the Florida Gators at Foster Auditorium. Alabama won 64-59. / Kelly Lambert ...

Alabama Crimson Tide (17-3, 6-1 SEC) at Mississippi State Bulldogs (16-4, 4-3 SEC) Starkville, Mississippi; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 4 Alabama plays No. 14 Mississippi State.

When he did, though, he turned defense into offense, blocking a shot attempt from the Crimson Tide's Chris Youngblood and taking the ball himself to throw down a massive dunk. Green finished his ...