The 2-seed Alabama Crimson Tide (25-8, 14-6 SEC) looks to begin their ride in March. They hope to return to the final four and potentially earn a title shot as they begin their March dance with a first-round matchup versus the 15-seed Robert Morris Colonials (26-8, 18-5 Horizon League) in the East bracket. Tip-off is at 11:40 a.m. C.T.

The Tide are coming off a 104-82 loss vs 1-seed Florida in the SEC Tournament while Robert Morris is riding high after securing a spot in the NCAA tournament after winning the Horizon League