SEC Tournament Semifinals Set for Thrilling Matchups in Nashville

Nashville, TN — The 2025 SEC Tournament semifinals are underway, featuring a thrilling showdown as No. 2 seed Florida meets No. 3 seed Alabama at Bridgestone Arena on March 15, 2025. The match follows the first semifinal where No. 1 seed Auburn faces off against No. 4 seed Tennessee. Each team is vying for a coveted spot in the championship game.

According to betting lines, Florida enters the matchup as a 3.5-point favorite over Alabama. Both teams have shown strong performances leading up to this point in the tournament. Florida recently secured a road victory against Alabama just ten days prior, emphasizing their competitive edge.

The opening tip is slated for 3:56 PM ET, following the Auburn-Tennessee game, which is expected to kick off at 1 p.m. ET. Auburn edged Tennessee 53-51 in their earlier encounter this season, setting the stage for a potentially close contest. Sports analysts view Auburn as a 5.5-point favorite against the Volunteers.

“This is a crucial moment for us,” Auburn’s coach said. “We’re focused on putting together strong performances and setting ourselves up for the finals.” Tennessee is coming off a decisive win against Texas and hopes to capture a win after narrowly losing in their last encounter with Auburn.

In the matchup between Florida and Alabama, the previous game on March 5 resulted in a combined score of 81 points in the first half alone. The Gators ultimately managed to overcome Alabama in that contest, leading to heightened anticipation for the rematch. “We know we can play better than we did last time,” Florida’s head coach stated ahead of the semifinal. “We’re looking for a more decisive victory this time around.”

As the teams prepare for battle, fans can expect a high-intensity game filled with strategic plays and defensive maneuvers, with a berth in the SEC Tournament title game on the line. The SportsLine Projection model predicts Florida to narrowly edge Alabama, with a predicted score of 85 to 83. Close contests are anticipated in both semifinals, where every point will count.