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Hunter De Siver

Hunter De Siver

Joined: Jun 27, 2022

Hunter De Siver is the lead basketball writer for BamaCentral and has covered Crimson Tide football since 2024. He previously distributed stories about the NFL and NBA for On SI and was a staff writer for Missouri Tigers On SI and Cowbell Corner. Before that, Hunter generated articles highlighting Crimson Tide products in the NFL and NBA for BamaCentral as an intern in 2022 and 2023. Hunter is a graduate from the University of Alabama, earning a degree in sports media in 2023

May 6, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (13) during the third quarter against the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Basketball

Sarah Ashlee Barker Eyeing WNBA Regular Season Debut

The former Alabama guard showed a lot of positives with the Los Angeles Sparks in the preseason and has secured a spot on the roster.

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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. (2) celebrates his sack against the Detroit Lions at State Farm Stadium Football in Glendale on Sept. 22, 2024.
All Things Bama

Former Alabama Standout Raps Arizona Cardinals Schedule: Roll Call, May 15, 2025

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Alabama Athletics, including full TV listings.

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Nov 30, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Malachi Moore (13) celebrates after a play against the Auburn Tigers during the second quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images
Bama/NFL

When Will Alabama's 2025 Draft Class Go Head-to-Head Next Season?

The NFL schedule was released on Wednesday night and the Crimson Tide rookies are set to face each other.

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Alabama forward Grant Nelson (4) and Alabama guard Mark Sears (1) celebrate against Texas at Moody Center in Austin, TX on Tuesday, Feb 11, 2025. / Photo by Crimson Tide Photos / UA Athletics
Basketball

How Grant Nelson, Mark Sears Performed at NBA Combine Scrimmage

The former Alabama forward and guard went head-to-head in front of NBA scouts.

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Jan 4, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) runs for a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
Bama/NFL

Alabama Legend Derrick Henry Agrees to Historic Extension With Ravens

The former Crimson Tide standout running back's new two-year extension is the largest deal in NFL history for a running back over 30-years-old.

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Mar 29, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) celebrates after making a three pointer during the first half added in the East Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Basketball

Labaron Philon Officially Closes Door on Potential Return to Alabama

The former Alabama freshman is "all-in" on the NBA Draft and has informed head coach Nate Oats that he will not come back to the Crimson Tide next season.

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Alabama Men's Basketball Forward Grant Nelson
All Things Bama

Will the NBA Combine Help Mark Sears and Grant Nelson's Draft Stock? Just a Minute

The former Alabama guard and forward shined in Tuesday's drills portion ahead of Wednesday's 5x5 scrimmages.

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Alabama guard Houston Mallette (95) shoots the ball against North Dakota at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND on Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024.
Basketball

Nate Oats Provides Injury Updates for Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Houston Mallette

The Crimson Tide guards are on the right track after sustaining season-ending injuries early in 2024-25.

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Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) dribbles the ball defended by Robert Morris Colonials guard DJ Smith (11) in the first half during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Basketball

Nate Oats Opens Up About Alabama's Point Guard Depth

The Crimson Tide lost its two main playmakers this offseason and lacks multiple true point guards for next season.

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Alabama head coach Nate Oats works with his team against Florida during the first half of a Southeastern Conference tournament semifinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Basketball

Why Alabama is 'Trying to Have the Best Schedule in the Country Again'

The Crimson Tide has made back-to-back Elite Eight appearances despite having the toughest strength of schedule in the country for the past two years.

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Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts in the second half against the Robert Morris Colonials during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Basketball

How Nate Oats is Managing Alabama's Available Roster Spots

The Crimson Tide head basketball coach weighed the pros and cons of currently having 11 players on the 2025-26 roster.

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Mar 27, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) celebrates after making a three pointer during the second half against the Brigham Young Cougars during an East Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
Basketball

Mark Sears Shoots Lights Out at 2025 NBA Draft Combine

The former Alabama guard led all prospects in numerous shooting drills.

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