College basketball's first game between No. 1 and No. 2 in over three years met the hype on Saturday, as top-ranked Auburn edged Alabama 94-85 in front of a rowdy crowd at Coleman Coliseum. The Crimson Tide mounted a furious second half rally but never led as they struggled to a 5-of-26 shooting mark from 3-point range.

Coming into the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup against Alabama, it was understood that Auburn basketball was good. But know, the world knows it's tough, too.