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Alabama's Amari Allen, a do‑it‑all wing, is projected to be selected between seventh and tenth overall in the 2027 NBA Draft after a promising freshman campaign.
CBS Sports analyst Jon Rothstein has released his updated SEC power rankings, spotlighting Florida’s No.1 position and the reshaped lineups of several other contenders.
Houston Mallette, a veteran guard from the University of Alabama, has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Chicago Bulls, joining Latrell Wrightsell Jr. and Labaron Philon in the professional ranks.
After going undrafted, Latrell Wrightsell Jr. has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Charlotte Hornets, bringing his 13.2 points per game scoring to the NBA roster and linking up once again with former teammate Brandon Miller.
Alabama’s emerging talent Labaron Philon was chosen 22nd overall by the Philadelphia 76ers, while the NCAA implements a five‑year age‑based eligibility framework that could reshape college rosters.
Labaron Philon's ascent from a 45% shooter to a 50% field‑goal performer culminated in a 22nd‑overall pick, marking Alabama's first first‑round selection since 2023.
Scouts project Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz within the 16th to 21st overall selections, highlighting his elite playmaking, shooting and fit with teams such as the Detroit Pistons, Oklahoma City Thunder, Memphis Grizzlies and Toronto Raptors.
With a No. 3 seed projection, a revamped lineup and a challenging non‑conference slate, the Crimson Tide aim to build on recent Sweet 16 and Final Four successes.
A sophomore surge propels Alabama's Labaron Philon into the conversation for early selections in the 2026 NBA Draft, with multiple teams eyeing his scoring and playmaking abilities.
Mobile native Labaron Philon, a two‑year starter for Alabama under coach Nate Oats, is projected to be selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, with analysts placing him between the 17th and 19th overall picks.
The Crimson Tide announced the jersey assignments for its latest crop of players, highlighting a blend of transfer portal talent and high‑school prospects.
With the NBA Draft just days away, the latest projections highlight how the first sixteen selections could shape both team rosters and fantasy basketball lineups.
The author fed a detailed prompt to ChatGPT and Claude, asking them to simulate a draft night where every top‑fifteen team trades before selecting its first‑round pick. The resulting narrative strings together a cascade of swaps, each involving established veterans and promising prospects, before naming the players who would be chosen with the newly acquired assets.
Despite losing key players, Alabama’s program is being viewed as the most underrated team heading into the 2026‑27 season, thanks to Coach Nate Oats’ proven track record and a roster bolstered by strategic additions.
A deep dive into which collegiate programs can field the most NBA‑ready talent, based on current league stars and upcoming draft prospects.
The 2026 NBA Draft will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where analysts are using 247Sports high school rankings to gauge the potential impact of each projected first‑round pick.
After a breakout freshman season, Allen decides to stay, joining a roster that aims to build on last year's momentum.
Amari Allen, a freshman standout for Alabama, announced he will return for the 2026‑27 season, ensuring the team retains three veteran players and adding new responsibilities on the court.
Alabama’s basketball program secured its first 2027 commitment from point guard Anderson Diaz, while four-star shooting guard Chase Lumpkin impressed coaches during an unofficial visit, highlighting the Crimson Tide’s growing recruiting momentum.
Four‑star shooting guard Chase Lumpkin toured Alabama’s campus in May, lauding the coaching staff, facilities and style of play, as the Crimson Tide locks in its first 2027 commitment from point guard Anderson Diaz.
As the 2026 NBA Draft deadline approaches, several college standouts must decide whether to test the professional waters or return to school for another season.
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, a handful of top prospects are weighing the benefits of staying in college against the allure of the NBA draft, a choice that could reshape next season's power balances.
The Alabama Crimson Tide secured a verbal commitment from Anderson Diaz, a top 2027 point guard prospect, adding a highly rated talent to a growing list of elite recruits.
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the NBA will soon publish the names of players who have chosen to remain in the draft. Many athletes are still weighing their options, while a few have already announced their decisions.