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The Crimson Tide will open the 2026‑27 campaign on November 2 at home against Sam Houston, a series that adds to a demanding non‑conference slate featuring Miami, Seton Hall, St. John's and a trip to New York.
The Crimson Tide open their 2026‑27 campaign on Nov. 2 against Sam Houston, hoping to build on a strong start under Coach Nate Oats and a roster reshaped by transfers and NBA departures.
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.
Alabama adds three highly ranked freshmen and four seasoned transfers, bolstering size, athleticism and defensive versatility under coach Nate Oats.
Coach Nate Oats is using his position on the U18 national team to deepen ties with elite prospects, a strategy that has already attracted five‑star recruit Malachi Jordan to Alabama.
The Crimson Tide’s latest recruiting haul features three high‑school standouts and four transfers, positioning the program for another deep run in the NCAA tournament.
The Crimson Tide announced a seven‑player class that blends freshmen and transfers, featuring top recruits and veteran additions ahead of the upcoming season.
Alabama announces a seven‑player recruiting class that blends elite freshmen with high‑impact transfers, positioning the program for continued national relevance.
Alabama’s men’s basketball program welcomes a seven‑player class that includes three freshmen and four transfers, aiming to strengthen the frontcourt and overall athleticism.
Aden Holloway has entered a court‑ordered second‑chance program that could dismiss his drug charges if completed by September, a development that may affect Alabama’s roster plans for the 2026‑27 season.
After a turbulent 2025‑26 campaign, Alabama's basketball program welcomes back Amari Allen, adds promising transfers and freshmen, and climbs early national rankings, all under coach Nate Oats' frontcourt-focused plan
A former Alabama guard’s legal setback, a court‑mandated second‑chance program, and the looming departure of a key teammate set the stage for a compelling comeback narrative.
A second‑chance program, community service requirements and a pending dismissal outline the hurdles facing Alabama’s standout guard as he eyes a comeback that could bolster the team’s title hopes.
Alabama’s baseball program, under coach Rob Vaughn, has reached the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time in three seasons, driven by key player contributions and a culture rebuilt after scandal.
The U.S. Under‑18 squad, featuring standout recruits like Quentin Coleman and Bruce Branch III, is training intensively in León, Mexico, ahead of the 2026 FIBA AmeriCup, hoping to add another chapter to its dominant history.
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.
Alabama’s Crimson Tide will meet Houston in a neutral‑site clash at the 2026 Jimmy V Classic, adding a marquee game to a schedule that also includes contests against Seton Hall, St. John’s and Baylor.
Alabama will face Houston at Madison Square Garden in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic, a rivalry that has seen the Tide hold a 4‑3 edge and a coaching duel between Nate Oats and Kelvin Sampson.
Alabama’s basketball outlook hinges on the performance of transfer Brandon Garrison, whose consistency and energy could lift the team to the top of the SEC.
With the SEC season looming, analyst Jeff Goodman says Alabama’s fortunes rest on forward Brandon Garrison, whose two‑way potential and NBA pedigree must translate into reliable production.
Amari Allen's choice to return to Alabama for the 2026-27 season signals a strategic shift that could position the Crimson Tide as a national championship contender, leveraging his point forward role and deep roster.
Kansas freshman point guard Taylen Kinney has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team, preparing for the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after a standout performance in the Overtime Elite program.
Freshman forward Taylen Kinney receives his first national team selection, joining a USA Basketball roster steeped in tradition as it prepares for competition in Leon, Mexico.
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.