10 Biggest Must-See Matchups in College Basketball This Week

(2) Alabama Crimson Tide vs. (21) Missouri Tigers

It's becoming increasingly apparent that no other SEC teams can hang with the Auburn Tigers, but the race for second place in the conference is intensifying. The Alabama Crimson Tide end the regular season with seven straight games against ranked opponents. Next on the list is Wednesday's battle against the 21st-ranked Missouri Tigers in Columbia.

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(8) Texas A&M Aggies vs. (22) Mississippi State Bulldogs

Two of the country's finest stand toe-to-toe in a bout of contrasting styles. In one corner, the offensively gifted Texas A&M Aggies are looking to make it six straight wins. In the other corner, the defensively stout Mississippi State Bulldogs hope to snap out of their recent 4-6 downturn. Home court could be a significant advantage for the Bulldogs. 

(7) Purdue Boilermakers vs. (11) Michigan State Spartans

The Purdue Boilermakers were stunned over the weekend, dropping their second straight decision and seventh loss of the season. The Boilermakers don't have time to sit back and lick their wounds. They need to pick up the pieces for Tuesday's pivotal clash versus the 11th-ranked Michigan State Spartans. The winner puts themselves in a position to potentially overtake Michigan for the top spot in the Big Ten.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. (3) Florida Gators

With a disastrous 3-9 record in conference play, the Oklahoma Sooners are on the outside of the NCAA Tournament bracket looking in. But with five straight games against ranked opponents on tap, they could at least inch themselves closer to the bubble. That starts with Tuesday's battle against the third-ranked Florida Gators.

(12) Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. TCU Horned Frogs

In-state rivalries always bring out the best in teams. The TCU Horned Frogs must operate efficiently to get past the Texas Tech Red Raiders. TCU has won two straight and four of five, albeit while struggling mightily against the Iowa State Cyclones just over a week ago. Texas Tech has put up 194 points over its last two outings, an extraordinary, if not unsustainable, pace. The Horned Frogs might lack the defensive willpower to slow down the Red Raiders.

Illinois Fighting Illini vs. (16) Wisconsin Badgers

Purveyors of high-scoring basketball will want to tune into Tuesday's matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Wisconsin Badgers. Both teams sit in the top 35 in points per game and offensive efficiency. Still, their contrasting styles should result in a wildly entertaining affair. Illinois plays with pace, with the Badgers preferring to slow things down and maximize output from distance. This could end up being the game of the week. 

(17) Kansas Jayhawks vs. BYU Cougars

Kansas Jayhawks' defense has helped them climb into the top 25 rankings. They'll need another resolute performance to keep the BYU Cougars suppressed in Tuesday's clash in Provo. The Cougars don't play with pace, but they are one of the top shooting teams in the country, scoring 48.0% on field goals. Kansas has dropped three of five, with two opponents reaching 81 points. The Jayhawks must turn things around quickly to keep their prestigious ranking.

Vanderbilt Commodores vs. (16) Kentucky Wildcats

A trio of SEC games highlights Wednesday's slate. One of those matchups pits the Vanderbilt Commodores against the Kentucky Wildcats. Vandy kept things close until the waning moments of Saturday's battle versus the Tennessee Volunteers. That loss was their second straight defeat, dropping the Commodores to 4-6 over their last ten. Similarly, Kentucky has dropped five of ten, including an 82-78 defeat to Texas over the weekend. This SEC tilt ensures that one team will snap out of its recent funk.

Arkansas Razorbacks vs. (1) Auburn Tigers

No one has been able to stop the Auburn Tigers, but the Arkansas Razorbacks will try their damnedest. The Razorbacks are hovering on the wrong side of the bubble, needing to end their season on a high note if they hope to be included in the 68-team field. That seems increasingly unlikely as they try to escape Neville Arena with a win over Auburn.

(2) Alabama Crimson Tide vs. (21) Missouri Tigers

It's becoming increasingly apparent that no other SEC teams can hang with the Auburn Tigers, but the race for second place in the conference is intensifying. The Alabama Crimson Tide end the regular season with seven straight games against ranked opponents. Next on the list is Wednesday's battle against the 21st-ranked Missouri Tigers in Columbia.

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