Amari Allen, a forward for the Alabama Crimson Tide, is at a crossroads as the 2026 NBA Draft draws near. The sophomore’s season statistics have drawn attention, but his ultimate choice hinges on a single metric: a first‑round projection.
Draft Timing and Deadline
He must submit his final decision by May 27, a deadline that will determine whether he forgoes his remaining college eligibility or returns to Tuscaloosa to continue developing.
In the 2025‑26 campaign Allen posted 11.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.1 assists, a steal and a block per game, while shooting 44.6 percent from the field and posting a 53.3 effective field goal percentage. Those numbers reflect a player still refining his craft.
Path Forward at Alabama
Returning to the Crimson Tide offers Allen a chance to work with the program’s coaching staff, leverage the university’s resources, and aim for a breakout season that could reshape his professional outlook.