Memphis women's basketball rallies to defeat Alabama, improves to 4-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 2:13 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Memphis women's basketball secured its first signature win under coach Hana Haden, defeating Alabama 75-70 on November 12 at Elma Roane Fieldhouse. The Tigers, down by as many as 20 points, surged back with a 47-11 scoring run that began in the second quarter. Despite Alabama narrowing the gap to 73-70 in the fourth quarter, Memphis guard Daejah Richmond made a crucial steal to help secure the victory. Tamya Smith led the Tigers with 17 points, supported by Ainaya Williams and Tierney Kelsey with 13 points each. Richmond added 11 points and a career-high 12 rebounds for a double-double.
- •Memphis outscored Alabama 47-11 during a crucial stretch of the game.
- •Daejah Richmond recorded a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds.
- •The game marked Memphis' first win over an SEC opponent since 2017.
- •Alabama's record drops to 4-1 following the loss.
- 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Memphis women's basketball storms back to beat Alabama, improves to 4-0
"Memphis women's basketball scored the first signature win of the Hana Haden era, beating Alabama 75-70 Nov. 12 at Elma Roane Fieldhouse.
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