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Mardul Sharma

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  • Published: Mar 13 2025 11:11 AM
  • Last Updated: May 29 2025 11:49 AM

The SEC Tournament's second round eliminates half the teams Thursday. Key matchups include Arkansas vs. Ole Miss and Texas A&M vs. Texas. Watch on SEC Network or streaming services.


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SEC Tournament: Half the Teams Are Going Home

Wow, what a couple of days at the SEC Tournament! Things are really heating up, and after Thursday's second-round games, we're down to just eight teams. Half the field is already packing their bags. Wednesday's games were intense – seriously, some nail-biters – so I'm expecting more of the same tonight.

Some Seriously Big Matchups

Tonight's games are stacked! We've got Arkansas taking on Ole Miss, which should be a fun one. And then there's Texas A&M, projected as a number three seed in the NCAA Tournament, going head-to-head with Texas. That's a game I definitely won't miss. Plus, Missouri, Kentucky, Mississippi State, and Oklahoma are all battling it out for a spot in the quarterfinals. The winners get to face the top four seeds – Auburn, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee – on Friday. It's going to be a wild ride.

Where Can You Watch This Madness?

You can catch all the action on the SEC Network. If you're a cord-cutter, you can stream it on the ESPN app (if you have a TV provider login) or FuboTV (they even have a free trial!). You really don't want to miss this. I'm especially curious to see if Alabama and Auburn, with their legendary rivalry, will meet in the championship game. That's a pretty rare thing to happen in this tournament.

Alabama vs. Auburn: A Rivalry For The Ages

Think about this: Alabama and Auburn have only played each other 10 times in the entire history of the SEC Tournament! Crazy, right? Alabama's won eight of those matchups. It's pretty infrequent that they even meet in the tournament, mostly due to the way the conference has expanded over the years. But when they *do* meet...man, is it something. It would be interesting to dig into those past games and see how the rivalry has evolved.

Don't Miss a Second!

Seriously, you don't want to miss the SEC Tournament this year. The stakes are sky-high, and every game is a potential classic. Tonight's matchups will decide which teams make it to the quarterfinals. So grab your snacks, settle in, and get ready for some incredible basketball!

FAQ

The exact start times for each game vary. Check the official SEC Network schedule or your streaming service for the most up-to-date information on game times. The games typically run throughout the day and evening.

The games are broadcast live on the SEC Network. You can also stream the games through various online services that carry the SEC Network, depending on your cable or streaming package. Check your provider's listings.

Many teams are competing in the second round, but highlighted matchups include Arkansas vs. Ole Miss and Texas A&M vs. Texas. Refer to the official bracket for a complete list of all the games.

Half of the remaining teams are eliminated after the second round of the SEC Tournament. This significantly narrows the field down as the tournament progresses towards its conclusion.

You can find the updated bracket on the official SEC Tournament website, various sports news websites, and sports apps. Many sites will also provide live updates during the games.

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