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Three Keys to Victory

1. Make the Freshmen Uncomfortable. Archie Miller doesn't usually rotate players as much as other coaches do. His team last season only went seven-deep during their NCAA Tournament run, for example. However, he usually can rely on a number of veterans taking up those minutes. This season, at least two freshmen, Mikesell and McElvene, will be relied upon to play major roles for Dayton. With this being only their second career game, Alabama has an opportunity to knock them off rhythm and make them uncomfortable. This is especially important against Mikesell, who was the leading scorer in their opener. If Alabama can force someone else to have to be the scorer, the Tide could have a chance at the upset.

2. Take Care of the Basketball. Limiting turnovers is always a key to winning basketball, but this is especially important against an efficient terror like Dayton. The Flyers have won games under Miller by making the most out of their possessions and forcing their opponents into bad ones. Alabama cannot afford to lose possessions and give Dayton extra ones. Especially not on the road. We could see more of Coleman in this game for that reason.

3. Make the Free Ones. Alabama was an absolutely atrocious 15/27 from the free throw line against Kennesaw State. The Tide will not beat Dayton with that kind of performance.

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