Eight Alabama Alumni Shine in 2026 NBA Summer League
Former Alabama basketball standouts made notable impressions during the 2026 NBA Summer League, with several delivering statistically strong showings across a variety of franchises.
Jul 24, 2026
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Nebraska Alumni Shine in 2026 NBA Summer League Showcase
The 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas served as a proving ground for a host of emerging talents, with former Nebraska standouts and regional prospects delivering memorable performances and securing future opportunities.
Jul 24, 2026
Alabama Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Schedule
The Crimson Tide revealed an 18‑game slate that blends home‑court advantage with challenging road trips, while also detailing roster moves ahead of the new season.
Jul 23, 2026
Alabama Basketball’s 2025‑26 Season: Five Defining Victories
From a stunning win at Madison Square Garden to a double‑overtime thriller at Coleman Coliseum, the Tide’s season offered a series of breakthrough moments that reshaped its identity.
Jul 23, 2026
Alabama Basketball Sets 2026‑27 Nonconference Clash with In‑State Rival Samford
The University of Alabama announced that it will host Samford University during the 2026‑27 season, renewing a rivalry that has seen the Tide dominate eight of nine meetings.
Jul 9, 2026
Alabama Basketball to Host St. John’s in 2026 Newton Classic Rematch
Alabama and St. John’s will clash in the 2026 C.M. Newton Classic in Birmingham, a year after the Tide edged the Red Storm 103‑96 in New York.
Jul 7, 2026
Alabama’s NBA Factory: How Nate Oats Is Exporting Talent to the League
From first‑round picks to undrafted free agents, Alabama’s pipeline to the NBA is overflowing, reflecting Coach Nate Oats’ modern, professional‑style development.
Jul 6, 2026
Former Alabama Players Gear Up for 2026 NBA Summer League
A dozen former Alabama basketball standouts will compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League, with televised games beginning July 3 in California and culminating in Las Vegas on July 9.
Jul 4, 2026
Alabama’s NBA Summer League Alumni Ready for Summer Action
Eight former Alabama players, including Labaron Philon Jr. and Mark Sears, will showcase their talents in the NBA Summer League, with games slated from July 3‑7 in the West Coast and a Las Vegas showcase from July 9‑19.
Jul 3, 2026
Former Alabama Guard Houston Mallette Inks Exhibit 10 Deal with Chicago Bulls
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Latrell Wrightsell Jr. Inks Exhibit 10 Deal with Charlotte Hornets
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.
Jun 25, 2026
Undrafted Alabama Prospects Eye NBA Opportunities After 2026 Draft
Three former Alabama players who were not selected in the 2026 NBA Draft are now free agents, seeking contracts with NBA teams while navigating G League and Exhibit-10 possibilities.
Jun 25, 2026
Alabama Basketball Sec Schedule Unveiled With Key Matchups And Highlights
Alabama's upcoming SEC schedule features a blend of powerhouse opponents and competitive matchups, with recent games showcasing dramatic finishes, high‑scoring bursts and emerging star performances.
Jun 24, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide Eyes Strong 2026‑27 Season Amid Roster Shifts
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.
Jun 20, 2026
Alabama’s NBA Draft Legacy: A Deep‑Rooted Tradition of Talent
Alabama has produced 48 NBA draft picks since 1949, ranking seventh in the SEC. The program’s alumni include top‑10 selections, Hall‑of‑Famer Ben Wallace, and a new generation of prospects poised to extend its legacy.
Jun 20, 2026
Alabama and Iowa Ink Two‑Year Neutral‑Site Basketball Series
The Crimson Tide will face the Hawkeyes in a home‑and‑home neutral‑site series, marking a new chapter for both programs after strong recent tournament runs.
Jun 18, 2026
Alabama and Iowa Ink Neutral‑Site Basketball Series
Alabama will open a home‑and‑home series with Iowa in Des Moines on Dec. 21, 2026, with a return game slated for Mobile in 2027‑28, reviving a rivalry that last saw the teams split a pair of contests in 2006 and 2010.
Jun 18, 2026
Iowa Basketball Sets High‑Profile Non‑Conference Showdown with Alabama
Iowa will host Alabama on Dec. 21, 2026 at Casey’s Center, beginning a home‑and‑home series that underscores both programs’ ambitions.
Jun 18, 2026
Alabama Basketball Set for 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge Opener Against Miami
Alabama will face Miami on December 2 in the 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge, a series they lead 3‑1. The game follows a Sweet 16 run, roster changes, and the return of Amari Allen.
Jun 5, 2026
Alabama Basketball to Face Houston in 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden
Alabama and Houston will square off in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden, a rematch that highlights a 4‑3 all‑time edge for the Tide and a coaching duel between Nate Oats and Kelvin Sampson.
May 30, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
May 28, 2026
Amari Allen Returns to Alabama Basketball for 2026‑27 Season
Amari Allen, a 2023‑24 All‑SEC Freshman Team member, has decided to forgo the NBA Draft and will suit up for Alabama again next season, citing a desire to improve and reach the league.
May 27, 2026
Alabama and Seton Hall Ink Home‑and‑Home Basketball Series Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Alabama’s men’s basketball team has scheduled a home‑and‑home series with Seton Hall for the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, with the first game set for Nov. 13, 2026, in Tuscaloosa and the second slated for Newark, New Jersey.
May 15, 2026