Alabama tackles rival Auburn with Charles Bediako case pending

Alabama split back-to-back games against Southeastern Conference co-leaders Florida and Texas A&M.

The Crimson Tide (15-7, 5-4 SEC) bounced back from a 100-77 thrashing at the hands of the host Gators to defeat the visiting Aggies 100-97 on Wednesday. That left them just two games behind the conference leaders as they visit Auburn on Saturday.

Head coach Nate Oats gave the players the credit for their response after their most lopsided loss of the season.

"I think some guys...