Tennessee’s offensive dominance came to a screeching halt Thursday.
After stringing together their best offensive performances the last few games, the Lady Volsscored only 14 points in each quarter against Alabama. Tennessee (14-8, 7-3 SEC) couldn’t rely on its defense and lost 72-56 to Alabama (19-6, 6-4) at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tennessee didn’t get the performances it’s used to – and needs – from seniors Rickea Jackson and Jewel Spear, who has been on a hot streak in SEC play. Jackson led the Lady Vols with 13 points and six rebounds, and Spear managed only five points. She added five rebounds and three assists and Jasmine Powell had 10 points, three rebounds and three assists.
Tennessee went on a 10-0 run to start the fourth quarter, making its best effort to come back from a 16-point deficit. But it was too little, too late, and Alabama was able to recover and close out the win. Alabama’s Aaliyah Nye scored a game-high 23 points.
