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Nov 8, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts to a call in the second half against the St. John's Red Storm at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

A look at two separate trios of consecutive contests in both non-conference and SEC play that will be extremely challenging for the Crimson Tide.

Nov 8, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts to a call in the second half against the St. John's Red Storm at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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A look at two separate trios of consecutive contests in both non-conference and SEC play that will be extremely challenging for the Crimson Tide.

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Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts after a play against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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The Crimson Tide will play 18 games against the conference during Nate Oats' eighth season as head coach.

Alabama head coach Nate Oats reacts to a play against Michigan during the second half of NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 round at United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 27, 2026.

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Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats loves a challenging slate before SEC play, and next season will be no different.

Alabama head coach Nate Oats gets animated after a play in the second half of the game against Missouri on Jan. 27, 2026.

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TJ St. Louis becomes the Crimson Tide's sixth player that's at least 6-foot-10.

Alabama guard Aden Holloway (2) celebrates a three point basket against Florida during the first half of a Southeastern Conference tournament semifinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2025.

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The 21-year-old entered a second-chance program seven weeks ago as part of a plea agreement for his two felony drug charges, but where is he now?

Former Alabama and Current Philadelphia 76ers Guard Labaron Philon Jr.

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A look at the numbers from eight Crimson Tide products during the offseason event.

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats and Alabama basketball assistant coach Preston Murphy talk during the game against FSU during Ballin in Boutwell at Boutwell Auditorium in Birmingham, AL on Thursday, Oct 16, 2025.

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Before tipping off the regular season, the Crimson Tide will play in the Ballin in Boutwell event on Oct. 15.

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats in action against Purdue at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Thursday, Nov 13, 2025.

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The Crimson Tide will face a team it hasn't played against since Nate Oats' inaugural season in 2019.

Anderson Diaz Commits to Alabama

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A deep dive into how the incoming freshman fits on a Crimson Tide roster in need of a point guard.

Alabama 2027 Commit Anderson Diaz

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Consensus top-30 guard Anderson Diaz is headed to the Crimson Tide a year earlier than expected.

Alabama forward Amari Allen (5) in action against Saint John's at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY on Saturday, Nov 8, 2025.

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Unlike last year's game, the Crimson Tide will face the Red Storm in Birmingham much later in the nonconference schedule.

Alabama forward London Jemison celebrates a play in the second half of the game against Texas on Jan. 10, 2025.

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The former Crimson Tide guard breaks down the freshmen and transfers while revealing Alabama's "alpha dogs" for next season.

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats in action before the game against Arkansas State University at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Friday, Nov 8, 2024.

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A look at the numbers from Bryan Hodgson, Antoine Pettway, Austin Claunch, Charlie Henry and Ryan Pannone ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Alabama forward Amari Allen (5) in action against Kennesaw State during the Rocket City Classic at Propst Arena in Huntsville, AL on Sunday, Dec 21, 2025.

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When will Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide host Antoine Pettway, who played at Alabama for four years before becoming an assistant at UA for 15 seasons?

Alabama forward Amari Allen (5) and Alabama guard Labaron Philon (0) celebrates at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026.

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The former Alabama guard weighs Amari Allen's decision to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft and the impact it could have on his career.

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats looks on in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Alabama head coach said he "will not be in maize and blue" and has a "hefty buyout for a good reason."

Mar 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (3) reacts after a play in the first half against the Hofstra Pride during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Tracking the next stops for Crimson Tide products Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Houston Mallette and Noah Williamson after not being selected in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Philadelphia 76ers Guard Labaron Philon Jr.

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The new Philadelphia 76ers guard opens up about being the seventh draft pick of the Nate Oats era and how Oats and Preston Murphy have impacted the program.

Mar 3, 2026; Athens, Georgia, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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A look at the conference foes that the Crimson Tide will host and travel to during head coach Nate Oats' eighth season.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the twenty second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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From his development under Nate Oats to his playmaking, scoring ability and perimeter shooting, here's how Philon fits alongside Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe in Philadelphia.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the twenty second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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A full transcript and press conference video from the Crimson Tide product after he was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Mar 7, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. (0) enjoys a moment as Auburn calls a timeout at Coleman Coliseum. Alabama defeated Auburn 96-84. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News

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The former Alabama guard was selected 22nd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, but which team chose the Third Team All-American?

Nov 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) is defended by Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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Christian Anderson Jr., Brayden Burries, Morez Johnson Jr., Yaxel Lendeborg, Dailyn Swain and Keaton Wagler reflect on their experiences against the Crimson Tide.

Feb 18, 2026; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats speaks with Alabama Crimson Tide guard Labaron Philon (0) during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

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The former Alabama guard details why past and present Crimson Tide players are so much more successful during their second season under Oats and Preston Murphy.

Mar 11, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats talks with forward Brandon Miller (24) against the Missouri Tigers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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A look at the best collegiate careers from the players drafted under 10 Crimson Tide coaches.