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Alabama basketball’s historic season came to a bitter end, but the future brightly awaits

Alabama basketball’s historic season came to a bitter end, but the future brightly awaits

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter April 19, 2023

A program-record 31 wins, two weeks at No. 1, including the final regular season poll. This season was an unprecedented display of dominance never before seen in Alabama’s storied history. On March...

No. 1 Alabama falls to fifth-seeded San Diego State 71-64, concludes season in stunning loss

No. 1 Alabama falls to fifth-seeded San Diego State 71-64, concludes season in stunning loss

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 25, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The buzz surrounding the Alabama men’s basketball program reached an all-time high heading into the NCAA Tournament.  If there was ever a year for the Crimson Tide to cut down...

No. 1 Alabama defeats eighth-seeded Maryland 73-51, advances to Sweet 16

No. 1 Alabama defeats eighth-seeded Maryland 73-51, advances to Sweet 16

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 19, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — On Saturday, No. 1 Alabama defeated the University of Maryland Terrapins 73-51 in a painstakingly slow defensive battle which saw Nate Oats’ squad close the door down the stretch.   It...

No. 1 Alabama defeats 16 seed Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, advances to Round of 32

No. 1 Alabama defeats 16 seed Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, advances to Round of 32

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 16, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — On Thursday, No. 1 Alabama defeated the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Islanders 96-75 behind the wings of a blistering offensive showcase.  Leading the way for the Crimson...

University of Alabama refutes New York Times report linking men’s basketball walk-on Kai Spears to deadly shooting

University of Alabama refutes New York Times report linking men’s basketball walk-on Kai Spears to deadly shooting

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 16, 2023

On Wednesday, The University of Alabama denied a report from New York Times reporter Billy Witz linking freshman walk-on Kai Spears to the shooting that claimed the life of 23-year-old Jamea Harris in...

Miller, Quinerly guide No. 4 Alabama to second SEC Tournament title in three years

Miller, Quinerly guide No. 4 Alabama to second SEC Tournament title in three years

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 12, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — On Sunday, March 12, No. 4 Alabama men’s basketball defeated the No. 18 Texas A&M University Aggies 82-63, securing their second sweep of the SEC in three years.  The buzz...

Clowney soars, No. 4 Alabama defeats No. 25 Missouri 72-61 in SEC Tournament

Clowney soars, No. 4 Alabama defeats No. 25 Missouri 72-61 in SEC Tournament

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 11, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — On Saturday, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Missouri Tigers 72-61, advancing to the SEC Championship game for the second time in three years.   Leading the way for the Crimson Tide...

Miller shines, No. 4 Alabama routs Mississippi State in SEC Tournament quarterfinals

Miller shines, No. 4 Alabama routs Mississippi State in SEC Tournament quarterfinals

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 10, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — On Friday, March, 10, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 72-49 behind a blistering 27-for-67 performance from the floor, drilling 13 of 37 shots from downtown.  Leading...

SEC names Brandon Miller, Jahvon Quinerly among 2023 award winners

SEC names Brandon Miller, Jahvon Quinerly among 2023 award winners

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 8, 2023

On Monday, March 6, Alabama freshman forward Brandon Miller was officially named as the 2022-23 Southeastern Conference Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year, joining several other award winners...

Offense struggles, No. 2 Alabama falls to No. 24 Texas A&M

Offense struggles, No. 2 Alabama falls to No. 24 Texas A&M

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 5, 2023

On Saturday, No. 2 Alabama fell to the Texas A&M Aggies 67-61 after an inauspicious 7-for-35 output from deep.  It was a rough day for Ohio University transfer Mark Sears, who scored five points...

No. 2 Alabama sweeps rival Auburn, wins SEC regular season championship

No. 2 Alabama sweeps rival Auburn, wins SEC regular season championship

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 2, 2023

Forever writ in crimson flame.  On Wednesday, No. 2 Alabama defeated the Auburn Tigers 90-85 in a game that saw the Crimson Tide erase a walloping 17-point deficit in the second half.   Leading...

Coleman Coliseum lit up red before the Crimson Tide takes on the Georgia Bulldogs on Feb. 18, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Inflation delays new basketball arena timeline, administration remains hopeful

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter March 1, 2023

As it stands, Alabama men’s basketball currently holds the No. 2 ranking in the AP top-25. On Feb. 13, the Crimson Tide rose to the top of the polls for the first time since 2002. A program once sputtering...

Quinerly bounces back, No. 2 Alabama defeats Arkansas 86-83 in gritty home effort

Quinerly bounces back, No. 2 Alabama defeats Arkansas 86-83 in gritty home effort

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 26, 2023

Even when the Crimson Tide isn’t hitting from downtown, it still manages to get the job done.   On Saturday, No. 2 Alabama defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 86-83 behind a second-half comeback which...

Miller dazzles, No. 2 Alabama defeats South Carolina 78-76 in overtime battle

Miller dazzles, No. 2 Alabama defeats South Carolina 78-76 in overtime battle

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 24, 2023

Considering the circumstances, it might’ve been the performance of a lifetime.   On Wednesday, No. 2 Alabama defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 78-76 in an overtime game that caught the national...

Darius Miles' and Michael Davis' mugshots.

New details in Strip shooting emerge; Miles’ attorneys argue self-defense

Ainsley Platt | @ainsleyplatt and Mathey Gibson February 22, 2023

Editor's Note (2/23/23): This article was updated to include a statement from an attorney representing Brandon Miller The small court room in the Tuscaloosa County Jail was standing room only 30 minutes...

Sears and Miller shine, No. 1 Alabama thrashes Georgia 108-59

Sears and Miller shine, No. 1 Alabama thrashes Georgia 108-59

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 19, 2023

In a game that featured familiar faces in different places, the top-ranked Crimson Tide came away victorious.   On Saturday, No. 1 Alabama defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 108-59 behind a blistering...

Offense stifled, No. 1 Alabama falls to No. 10 Tennessee in Knoxville, 68-59

Offense stifled, No. 1 Alabama falls to No. 10 Tennessee in Knoxville, 68-59

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 16, 2023

Sometimes, the target on your back grows too large.  On Wednesday, No. 1 Alabama fell to the No. 10 Tennessee Volunteers 68-59 in a physical matchup between two of the SEC’s best.   It was a...

Alabama basketball moves to AP No. 1 for first time in 20 years

Alabama basketball moves to AP No. 1 for first time in 20 years

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 13, 2023

There’s a new king atop the mountain, at least for now.  On Monday, previously third-ranked Alabama found itself in uncharted waters —supplanting Purdue University and the University of Houston...

No. 3 Alabama defeats Auburn 77-69 in gritty road effort

No. 3 Alabama defeats Auburn 77-69 in gritty road effort

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 12, 2023

AUBURN, Ala.— Down on the plains of Lee County, the Crimson Tide visited the Jungle and came away with their heads held high.   On Saturday, Feb. 11, No. 3 Alabama defeated the Auburn Tigers 77-69...

No. 3 Alabama continues hot streak, decimates Florida 97-69

No. 3 Alabama continues hot streak, decimates Florida 97-69

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 9, 2023

On Wednesday, No. 3 Alabama defeated Florida, gutting the Gators 97-69 behind the wings of a complete performance on both ends of the floor.  Leading the way for the Crimson Tide in the first half...

University of Alabama launches Yea Alabama as official NIL entity

University of Alabama launches Yea Alabama as official NIL entity

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 8, 2023

On Thursday, The University of Alabama announced its newest endeavor: launching Yea Alabama, the school’s official subscription-based means of raising support for Crimson Tide athletes through NIL.   With...

Griffen shines, No. 4 Alabama defeats LSU 79-69

Griffen shines, No. 4 Alabama defeats LSU 79-69

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 5, 2023

On Saturday, Feb. 4, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Louisiana State University Tigers 79-69 in a tightly contested matchup that came down to the game’s final minutes.   Leading the way for the Crimson...

Oats, Alabama agree to contract extension through 2028-29

Oats, Alabama agree to contract extension through 2028-29

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 3, 2023

On Friday, Alabama men’s basketball head coach Nate Oats received a contract extension through the 2028-29 season, making him the fourth-highest paid coach in the Southeastern Conference.   The extension...

NIL is empowering the modern-day athlete and giving hope to their communities – here’s how

NIL is empowering the modern-day athlete and giving hope to their communities – here’s how

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 1, 2023

Intercollegiate athletics is at the dawn of a new era.   Standing before a fog of uncertainty lies university leaders, the NCAA, athletic conferences and their student-athletes. As new name, image...

No. 4 Alabama bounces back, trounces Vanderbilt 101-44

No. 4 Alabama bounces back, trounces Vanderbilt 101-44

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter February 1, 2023

Sometimes, a bad loss can lead to inspired play.   On Tuesday, No. 4 Alabama basketball defeated the Vanderbilt University Commodores 101-44 behind the wings of a 19-for-41 shooting performance from...

Defense falters, No. 2 Alabama falls to Oklahoma 93-69

Defense falters, No. 2 Alabama falls to Oklahoma 93-69

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 29, 2023

On Saturday, Jan. 28, No. 2 Alabama fell to the Oklahoma University Sooners 93-69 in one of the more shocking moments of the college basketball regular season so far.   In front of a nearly sold out...

No. 2 Alabama narrowly defeats Mississippi State 66-63

No. 2 Alabama narrowly defeats Mississippi State 66-63

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 26, 2023

Sometimes you have to be reminded you aren’t invincible, even if you reign victorious.  On Wednesday, No. 2 Alabama defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 66-63 in a gritty, come-from-behind effort...

Clowney posts double-double, No. 4 Alabama defeats Missouri 85-64

Clowney posts double-double, No. 4 Alabama defeats Missouri 85-64

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 22, 2023

The best team in college basketball might reside in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.  On Saturday, No. 4 Alabama defeated the University of Missouri Tigers 85-64 behind the wings of a double-double from Noah Clowney...

No. 4 Alabama defeats Vanderbilt 78-66 on the road

No. 4 Alabama defeats Vanderbilt 78-66 on the road

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

After an adversity filled weekend, Nate Oats’ squad came away victorious in freshman forward Brandon Miller’s homecoming to Nashville, Tennessee.   On Tuesday night, No. 4 Alabama defeated the...

Miller shines, Alabama blitzes sputtering LSU 106-66

Miller shines, Alabama blitzes sputtering LSU 106-66

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 15, 2023

Tigers tamed.   On Saturday, No. 4 Alabama defeated the LSU Tigers 106-66 behind a performance to remember from beyond the arc, drilling 20 of their 54 attempts from downtown.   Leading the way...

No. 4 Alabama set to face SEC foe LSU in Tuscaloosa

No. 4 Alabama set to face SEC foe LSU in Tuscaloosa

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 13, 2023

Nothing like a good ol’ fashioned rivalry.  After defeating No. 15 Arkansas 84-62 on Wednesday, No. 4 Alabama returns to the hardwood for a matchup with Matt McMahon’s LSU Tigers in Coleman Coliseum.   The...

Mark Sears, frontcourt guide No. 4 Alabama to thrilling 84-69 victory over No. 15 Arkansas

Mark Sears, frontcourt guide No. 4 Alabama to thrilling 84-69 victory over No. 15 Arkansas

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 12, 2023

Hog-tied.   On Wednesday, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 84-69 behind the wings of three superstar newcomers: Brandon Miller, Mark Sears and Noah Clowney.   Coming into the game,...

No. 4 Alabama set to face No. 15 Arkansas in Fayetteville

No. 4 Alabama set to face No. 15 Arkansas in Fayetteville

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 11, 2023

On Monday, Alabama men’s basketball found itself back inside the top five of the AP Poll for the first time since early December.   As the Crimson Tide continues to climb, its daunting schedule...

Sears shines, No. 7 Alabama throttles Kentucky

Sears shines, No. 7 Alabama throttles Kentucky

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 8, 2023

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — ‘Cats contained.  On Saturday, No. 7 Alabama defeated the Kentucky Wildcats 78-52 behind a blistering second-half effort from Mark Sears and Brandon Miller.   It was the...

No. 7 Alabama set to face Kentucky at Coleman Coliseum

No. 7 Alabama set to face Kentucky at Coleman Coliseum

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 6, 2023

Hello, primetime television.  After defeating the Ole Miss Rebels 84-62 on Tuesday, Alabama basketball returns to the hardwood to take on John Calipari and the Kentucky Wildcats.  The seventh-ranked...

No. 7 Alabama defeats Ole Miss 84-62

No. 7 Alabama defeats Ole Miss 84-62

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 5, 2023

On a stormy night in Tuscaloosa, Alabama basketball brought the thunder.  On Tuesday, No. 7 Alabama defeated Ole Miss 84-62 behind an electric offensive performance, shooting 46%from the field and...

No. 7 Alabama set to face Ole Miss at Coleman Coliseum

No. 7 Alabama set to face Ole Miss at Coleman Coliseum

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter January 3, 2023

On Wednesday night, then-No. 8 Alabama defeated then-No. 21 Mississippi State 78-67 behind a scorching second-half effort from Mark Sears and Brandon Miller.   After opening SEC play with a victory,...

Sears and Miller shine, No. 8 Alabama defeats No. 21 Mississippi State, 78-67 

Sears and Miller shine, No. 8 Alabama defeats No. 21 Mississippi State, 78-67 

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 29, 2022

What happens in Stark Vegas, stays in Stark Vegas.  On Wednesday night, No. 8 Alabama defeated No. 21 Mississippi State 78-67 behind a pair of blistering performances from Mark Sears and Brandon...

No. 8 Alabama set to face No. 21 Mississippi State in Starkville

No. 8 Alabama set to face No. 21 Mississippi State in Starkville

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 28, 2022

After an eight-day break, Nate Oats’ squad is back on the hardwood.   On Wednesday, No. 8 Alabama will hit the road and prepare for a matchup with Chris Jans’ No. 21 Mississippi State Bulldogs...

Brandon Miller: What makes a superstar?

Brandon Miller: What makes a superstar?

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 23, 2022

There are two sides to Brandon Miller’s story.  There’s the side that the world is seeing — the NBA range pull up threes, the highlight tomahawk dunks, the superhuman court vision, the God-given...

Jahvon Quinerly (5) drives to the basket in Alabama's win over Jackson State.

Frontcourt shines, No. 9 Alabama defeats Jackson State 84-64

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 21, 2022

In a night where a legend made his return to Tuscaloosa, Alabama basketball found itself in the winner’s column for the 10th time this season  On Tuesday, No. 9 Alabama defeated the Jackson State...

No. 4 Alabama’s winning streak ends, falls to No. 15 Gonzaga, 100-90

No. 4 Alabama’s winning streak ends, falls to No. 15 Gonzaga, 100-90

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 17, 2022

In a game that felt like a March Madness slugfest, freshman forward Brandon Miller’s heroic effort was not enough at the C.M. Newton Classic.   On Saturday, No. 4 Alabama fell to the No. 15 Gonzaga...

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Alabama center Charles Bediako (10)
Photo by Robert Sutton

No. 4 Alabama set to face No. 15 Gonzaga at Legacy Arena

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 16, 2022

On Tuesday night, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Memphis Tigers 91-88, marking the fourth time in five games that the Crimson Tide faced a team ranked in the top-25 on KenPom.  Now standing at 9-1, Nate...

Miller shines, No. 4 Alabama defeats Memphis 91-88

Miller shines, No. 4 Alabama defeats Memphis 91-88

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 14, 2022

When Penny Hardaway comes to town, all eyes turn to the hardwood.  On Tuesday night, No. 4 Alabama defeated the Memphis Tigers 91-88 behind a blistering second-half effort from freshman Brandon Miller.  Prior...

No. 4 Alabama set to face Memphis at Coleman Coliseum

No. 4 Alabama set to face Memphis at Coleman Coliseum

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 12, 2022

With a thrilling 71-65 victory on Saturday over the No. 1 Houston Cougars, Alabama head coach Nate Oats surpassed Wimp Sanderson for the most top-five wins in program history —boasting an impressive...

Alabama forward Noah Clowney (15) reaches for a rebound in No. 8 Alabama's win at No. 1 Houston.

No. 8 Alabama grabs historic victory over No. 1 Houston

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 11, 2022

HOUSTON — During an unusually hot early-December slugfest in southeast Texas, Alabama did the unthinkable — overcoming a 15-point deficit on the road to defeat their second top-ranked team of the year.   On...

No. 8 Alabama set to face No. 1 Houston in monumental top-10 matchup

No. 8 Alabama set to face No. 1 Houston in monumental top-10 matchup

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 9, 2022

After an impressive 2-1 trip to Portland, Oregon, for the Phil Knight Invitational, Alabama basketball caught the attention of fans and basketball pundits across the country.   While the Crimson...

Alabama forward Noah Clowney (15) shoots a 3-pointer in the Crimson Tide's 78-65 win over the South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Dec. 3 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

No. 11 Alabama avoids upset, defeats South Dakota State

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 3, 2022

On Saturday, No. 11 Alabama defeated the South Dakota State Jackrabbits 76-63 behind a pair of impressive performances from Noah Clowney and Mark Sears. Clowney, a 6-foot-9 forward from Roebuck, South...

No. 11 Alabama set to take on South Dakota State after impressive trip to Portland

No. 11 Alabama set to take on South Dakota State after impressive trip to Portland

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter December 3, 2022

Last Sunday, Alabama basketball put the country on notice with its thrilling 103-101, four-overtime defeat of then-No. 1 North Carolina. In a game that had viewers on the edge of their seats until the...

Alabama's Charles Bediako (14) throws it down in the Crimson Tide's 103-101 four-overtime victory over the No. 1 North Carolina Tar Heels on Nov. 27 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Ore.

No. 18 Alabama wins quadruple-OT thriller against No. 1 North Carolina

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 28, 2022

It wasn’t pretty. It certainly wasn’t without frustration, but in the end, the Alabama Crimson Tide came out on top in college basketball’s "game of the year" to date.  On Sunday night, No. 18...

Alabama guard Jaden Bradley (0) looks to get to the basket in the Crimson Tide’s 82-67 loss to the UConn Huskies on Nov. 25 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Ore.

No. 18 Alabama falls to No. 20 UConn in PKI semifinals

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 26, 2022

In the city of roses, the Alabama Crimson Tide wilted at the hand of self-inflicted errors.  On Friday night, No. 18 Alabama fell to the No. 20 University of Connecticut Huskies 82-67 behind a disastrous...

Alabama guard Brandon Miller (24) drives past a defender in the Crimson Tide's 81-70 win over the No. 12 Michigan State Spartans on Nov. 24 at the Moda Center in Portland, Ore.

Miller shines, No. 18 Alabama knocks off No. 12 Michigan State

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 25, 2022

Every so often, a player comes along that captures the audience of college basketball fans nationally. A special talent that NBA scouts flock to see, and one that transcends the game in which he plays.  In...

No. 18 Alabama heads to Portland for the Phil Knight Invitational

No. 18 Alabama heads to Portland for the Phil Knight Invitational

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 24, 2022

In many parts of the country, Thanksgiving means family, food and football. To college basketball junkies, Feast Week means something more — an opportunity to see some of the nation’s best compete...

Alabama guard Mark Sears (1) shoots a 3-pointer in the Crimson Tide's 104-62 victory over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks on Nov. 18 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

No. 18 Alabama blows out Jacksonville State behind near-record breaking offensive showcase

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 19, 2022

In what was a clear, chilly night in Tuscaloosa, Brandon Miller and company made it rain.   On Friday, No. 18 Alabama rolled Jacksonville State University 104-62 behind the wings of a monstrous 21-for-46...

No. 18 Alabama sets sights toward Jacksonville State

No. 18 Alabama sets sights toward Jacksonville State

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 18, 2022

Nate Oats’ Crimson Tide team is 3-0 to start the season for the second consecutive year.  After defeating the University of South Alabama Jaguars 65-55 on Tuesday night, Alabama men’s basketball...

Alabama forward Noah Clowney (15) looks to drive past his defender in the Crimson Tide's 65-55 victory over the South Alabama Jaguars on Nov. 15 at the Mitchell Center in Mobile, Ala.

No. 18 Alabama subdues South Alabama in gritty road performance

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 16, 2022

On Tuesday night, No. 18 Alabama defeated the University of South Alabama 65-55 after an up-and-down showing which saw the Crimson Tide hold yet another opponent under 60 points.  Once again, freshman...

No. 18 Alabama set to take on South Alabama

No. 18 Alabama set to take on South Alabama

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 15, 2022

On Friday, Alabama (2-0) defeated Liberty University (1-1) 95-59 behind an impressive offensive showcase.   Now, as the Crimson Tide continues its hot start, it will be tasked with facing a lengthy...

Alabama guard Brandon Miller (24) gets back on defense in the Crimson Tide's 95-59 victory over the Liberty Flames on Nov. 11 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

No. 20 Alabama trounces Liberty in impressive fashion Friday night

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 11, 2022

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - On Friday night, Alabama defeated the Liberty University Flames 95-59 after a dominating offensive performance which saw the Crimson Tide (2-0) shoot 45% from 3-point land and 51% from...

No. 20 Alabama looks to move to 2-0 against Liberty Friday night

No. 20 Alabama looks to move to 2-0 against Liberty Friday night

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 10, 2022

On Monday, Alabama men’s basketball defeated Longwood University 75-54 behind the wings of an impressive defensive performance in its season opener. Now the Crimson Tide will take on the dangerous Liberty...

Alabama guard Brandon Miller looks at his opponent in the Crimson Tide's 75-54 victory over the Longwood Lancers on Nov. 7 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

No. 20 Alabama’s length, athleticism stifle Longwood

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 8, 2022

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – On Monday night, Alabama secured its first victory of the season over Longwood University in dominating fashion, 75-54.   The Crimson Tide outrebounded the Lancers 67-38, controlling...

No. 20 Alabama set to open regular season against Longwood

No. 20 Alabama set to open regular season against Longwood

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter November 7, 2022

Preseason No. 20 Alabama opens the season Monday night in Coleman Coliseum, against reigning Big South conference champion Longwood.  Picked to win the league once more by coaches, the Lancers return...

Alabama head coach Nate Oats and forward Noah Gurley speak with ESPN during SEC Tipoff '23 on Oct. 19 at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook, Ala.

Inside Alabama’s players only meeting following scrimmage loss to TCU

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter October 21, 2022

On Sunday, Nate Oats’ fourth year squad travelled to Fort Worth, Texas, to take on preseason Big 12 title favorite TCU. While center Charles Bediako and guard Nimari Burnett were out with minor injuries,...

Pitching staff rolls, Crimson Tide sweep softball doubleheader  

Pitching staff rolls, Crimson Tide sweep softball doubleheader  

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter October 16, 2022

On Saturday, Alabama softball posted a pair of shutouts against Georgia Tech, stifling the Yellow Jackets 1-0 and 4-0 at Rhoads Stadium in Tuscaloosa.  In the low-scoring game one, senior Ally Shipman’s...

Ranking the top 10 games on Alabama’s 2022 men’s basketball schedule

Ranking the top 10 games on Alabama’s 2022 men’s basketball schedule

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter September 29, 2022

Another year, another daunting slate.   Last season, the Crimson Tide fell short of their lofty preseason expectations after a 19-14 (9-9 SEC) performance that saw Nate Oats’ third year squad lose...

How the ‘Iron Bowl of Basketball’ became one of the fiercest rivalries in college basketball 

How the ‘Iron Bowl of Basketball’ became one of the fiercest rivalries in college basketball 

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter September 21, 2022

On a cold February evening in 2013, former Alabama head coach Anthony Grant rolled into Auburn Arena, sitting at 14-7 (6-2 SEC). Prior to the game, ESPN’s Joe Lunardi had listed Alabama as one of the...

Alabama wide receiver Kobe Prentice (80) shows emotion after making a play in the Crimson Tide's 55-0 victory over the Utah State Aggies on Sept. 3 at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Newcomers shine in football’s victory over Utah State

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter September 3, 2022

It’s a familiar adage: Alabama doesn’t rebuild, they reload.  If Saturday night’s 55-0 victory over Utah State University was any indication, the Crimson Tide may have once again constructed...

Saban’s impact: How Tuscaloosa was forever changed 

Saban’s impact: How Tuscaloosa was forever changed 

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter August 17, 2022

Nov. 27, 2006.  Less than a year after the Crimson Tide finished a 10-2 season, The University of Alabama fired head coach Mike Shula.  Sitting at 6-6, interim coach Joe Kines was tasked with facing...

Alabama forward Brandon Miller (24) takes a jump shot in the Crimson Tide's 89-77 victory over the Chinese National Team on August 12 in Paris, France.

Freshmen shine during men’s basketball’s foreign tour sweep

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter August 13, 2022

In 2017, Alabama head coach Avery Johnson inked a star-studded signing class of Collin Sexton, John Petty, Herb Jones, Alex Reese and Galin Smith.   Sexton, an electrifying point guard and highest-ranked...

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Ranking every game on Alabama’s 2022 schedule

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer August 8, 2022

With every new day, the 2022 college football season inches a bit closer. Last year, the Crimson Tide made it all the way to the College Football Playoff National Title game, but fell to the Georgia Bulldogs,...

Alabama guard Rylan Griffen (3) soars for a dunk in the Crimson Tide's 108-64 victory over Spain Select on August 8 in Barcelona, Spain.

Griffen, Miller lead the way in men’s basketball’s victory over Spain Select

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter August 8, 2022

On Monday, Alabama men’s basketball used a balanced attack to win the first game of their 2022 foreign tour, defeating Spain Select 108-64.  While shooting statistics were inaccurately kept, the...

Miles, newcomers stand out at practice viewings

Miles, newcomers stand out at practice viewings

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter July 31, 2022

As the Alabama men’s basketball team prepares to depart for a European tour, head coach Nate Oats offered a closer look at a rebuilding program with two separate practice viewings.  After five players...

Men’s basketball set to take on Michigan State in Phil Knight Invitational

Men’s basketball set to take on Michigan State in Phil Knight Invitational

Mathey Gibson, Staff Reporter July 25, 2022

Alabama’s 2022-23 men’s basketball non-conference picture just got a little bit clearer.  In February, it was announced that the Crimson Tide would participate in the 2022 Phil Knight Invitational—...

NBA Draft 2022: Where did three Alabama hopefuls land?

NBA Draft 2022: Where did three Alabama hopefuls land?

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer June 24, 2022

For the third consecutive year, an Alabama basketball player has heard his name called at the NBA draft.  Alabama guard JD Davison was selected with the No. 53 overall pick by the Boston Celtics on...

Volleyball announces 2022 schedule

Volleyball announces 2022 schedule

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer May 24, 2022

After a disappointing 10-20 (2-16) campaign last season, Alabama volleyball is looking to hit the reset button.  On Tuesday, the Crimson Tide finalized their 2022 schedule. The newly announced slate...

Men's basketball adds St. Bonaventure graduate transfer Dominick Welch

Men’s basketball adds St. Bonaventure graduate transfer Dominick Welch

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer May 19, 2022

Alabama basketball’s roster overhaul continues. On Wednesday, the Crimson Tide landed a commitment from St. Bonaventure guard Dominick Welch. The 6-foot-5, 205-pound senior averaged 12.3 points and...

Canon Claycomb hits a shot in the NCAA Bryan Regional at the Traditions Club in Bryan, Texas.

Claycomb, Ponder fail to qualify for NCAA Championship

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer May 18, 2022

Alabama juniors Thomas Ponder and Canon Claycomb teed off for the opening round of the 2022 NCAA Men's Golf Bryan Regional on Monday with hopes of securing a championship nod. Despite a strong showcase,...

Baseball puts on offensive showcase in final midweek game at Jacksonville State Tuesday night

Baseball puts on offensive showcase in final midweek game at Jacksonville State Tuesday night

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer May 10, 2022

When they needed it most, the Alabama Crimson Tide (27-22, 10-14) put together a complete performance on offense. On Sunday, Brad Bohannon’s squad was embarrassed by now No. 17 LSU, 12-3. It was Alabama’s...

Alabama softball coach Patrick Murphy gives his induction speech at the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame ceremony on May 7 at the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel in Birmingham, Alabama.

Murphy, Askins inducted into Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday night

Mathey Gibson, Contributing Writer May 8, 2022

Alabama softball head coach Patrick Murphy and former men's basketball standout Keith Askins were inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame for the Class of 2022. The ceremony took place Saturday night...