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Alabama basketball buries Eastern Kentucky 111-67, improves to 7-5

Alabama throttles Eastern Kentucky 111-67

[autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball team got a much-needed win on Saturday afternoon over Eastern Kentucky, 111-67 to improve to 7-5 on the season.

Alabama’s win was carried by the offensive explosion from the Tide where they shot 58% from the field and 50% from the three-point line.

Sophomore guard Rylan Griffen dropped 19 points and connected on five of his nine shots from behind the arc. Also scoring in double figures for the Tide were Grant Nelson (19), Aaron Estrada (12), Sam Walters (12), Davin Cosby Jr. (12), and Mark Sears (11).

Nick Pringle dominated the glass for Alabama with his 10 rebounds in just 18 minutes played.

Up next for Alabama is a neutral site matchup against Liberty next Saturday in Birmingham.

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How to watch Eastern Kentucky at Alabama on Saturday

Where will you be watching from?

There are just two more non-conference matchups for [autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama men’s basketball team before conference play begins on Jan. 6. The first of the two matchups will take place on Saturday afternoon from the confines of Coleman Coliseum when the Tide take on Eastern Kentucky.

Alabama is in desperate need of a win following its three-game losing streak against a trio of top-ten opponents.

The Crimson Tide are still searching for a complete game. Throughout the season, Alabama has not been able to play a consistent game on both ends of the floor and it has led to some of the early season struggles.

With the Colonels being an inferior opponent, the Tide needs to come out and flex their muscles to get a much-needed win.

Here is how you can catch all of the action on Saturday:

Alabama basketball drops third straight in 87-74 loss to No. 4 Arizona

Alabama basketball drops to 6-5 on the season with 87-74 loss to No. 4 Arizona

The Alabama men’s basketball team currently sits at 6-5 on the season after suffering its third straight loss on Wednesday night, 87-74 to No. 4 Arizona in Phoenix.

Alabama struggled to hit their shot against the Wildcats, shooting just 33.8% from the field and an abysmal 20% from behind the arc. Forward Grant Nelson led all Crimson Tide scorers with 17 points but was only 5-19 shooting.

One pleasant surprise from Wednesday night’s loss was freshman Sam Walters who dropped 15 points in 20 minutes of action, knocking down three of his five three-point attempts.

With just two non-conference matchups remaining before SEC play begins, wins are a must for Nate Oats and the Tide.

Alabama will host Eastern Kentucky on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. CT on the SEC Network.

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Everything Nate Oats said following Alabama’s 85-82 loss at Creighton

Nate Oats doesn’t believe in moral victories following tough road loss to No. 8 Creighton

To say it has been a tough non-conference stretch for [autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball team would be a massive understatement.

Through 10 games, Alabama has faced the likes of Ohio State, Oregon, Purdue, and most recently Creighton where the Tide dropped the road contest to the Bluejays 85-82.

Alabama has proven they can play alongside some of the best teams in the country, but for some reason, the Tide can’t seem to find a way to win these tough matchups.

Things won’t get any easier for Oats and Alabama with a trip to Phoenix on Wednesday night to take on No. 1 Arizona up next.

Below is everything Coach Oats had to say following Alabama’s tough road loss to the Bluejays on Saturday night.

Everything Nate Oats said following Alabama’s 92-86 loss to Purdue

What Nate Oats said after Alabama’s tough loss to Purdue

The Alabama men’s basketball lost a tough non-conference matchup on Saturday at the hands of the No. 4 Purdue Boilermakers, 92-86.

With the loss, Alabama drops to 6-3 on the season but it is important to note that the Crimson Tide’s three losses have come to teams with a combined record of 26-3.

Alabama played well offensively and gave good effort on the defensive end of the floor but the Boilermakers’ big man, Zach Edey proved to be too physical for the Tide to handle.

Following the loss, the head coach of the Crimson Tide, [autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag], would speak to the media about his team’s performance. Below is everything Coach Oats had to say:

Purdue vs. Alabama: Stream, injury report, broadcast info for Saturday

How to watch the highly anticipated college basketball matchup between Purdue and Alabama

[autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama men’s basketball team will make the long trip to Toronto on Saturday to take on the No. 4 Purdue Boilermakers in the Hall of Fame Series.

Alabama will need to bring their best effort against the Boilermakers who feature the best center in college basketball with the 7-foot-4 300-pound Zach Edey.

Alabama has not been great in the post this season, especially on defense, and the health of transfer forward Grant Nelson will be critical in slowing down the physicality of the Edey and the Boilermakers.

Here is how you can catch all of the action between Alabama and Purdue from Canada:

BOX SCORE BREAKDOWN: Stat leaders from Alabama’s 89-65 win over Arkansas State

A look at Alabama’s stat leaders from Alabama’s 89-65 win over Arkansas State

[autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball team improved to 6-2 in the young season with a dominating 89-65 win over the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

After trailing 2-0 in the early portion of the contest, the Tide would go on a quick 11-0 run to take a commanding lead and never looked back.

Five players would score in double digits for Alabama as West Virginia transfer forward Mohamed Wague showed up in a big way with a stat-stuffing performance of 12 points, seven rebounds, four steals, and three blocks on the night.

Let’s take a look at the Tide’s stat leaders from the non-conference win.

Alabama forward Grant Nelson suffers lower leg injury in win against Arkansas State

Alabama forward Grant Nelson suffered a lower leg injury in Alabama’s win over Arkansas State. It is unclear as to what the extent of the injury is at this time.

A University of Alabama spokesperson confirmed to Tuscaloosa News’ Nick Kelly that Alabama forward Grant Nelson suffered a lower leg injury. According to Alabama head coach Nate Oats, Alabama will “try to get him ready to go by Saturday.”

The injury occurred in Alabama’s Monday night win against Arkansas State. In 16 minutes of action, Nelson scored 12 points, grabbed one rebound, and dished out two assists.

Thus far, Nelson has been one of Alabama’s bright spots on both ends of the floor. He has knocked down shots at all three levels and provides great length on the defensive end of the floor.

With a tough three-game stretch approaching, Alabama hopes that Nelson will be okay.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to provide the latest information regarding Nelson’s injury and other news related to the Alabama men’s basketball program.

Alabama basketball improves to 6-2 with 89-65 win over Arkansas State

Alabama defeats Arkansas State 89-65 to improve to 6-2 on the season

Nate Oats and the Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball team improved to 6-2 on the young season with a dominating 89-65 win over the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

After trailing 2-0 in the early portion of the contest, the Tide would go on a quick 11-0 run to take a commanding lead and never looked back.

Five players would score in double digits for Alabama as West Virginia transfer forward Mohamed Wague showed up in a big way with a stat-stuffing performance of 12 points, seven rebounds, four steals, and three blocks on the night.

Alabama will now begin their tough three-game stretch against a trio of top-ten teams in Purdue, Creighton, and Arizona starting on Saturday in Toronto against the Boilermakers.

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Arkansas State at Alabama: Stream, injury report, broadcast info for Monday

How to watch Alabama basketball take on Arkansas State on Monday night

It has been nearly a week since [autotag]Nate Oats[/autotag] and the Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball team last hit the floor for a matchup on the hardwood but they will find themselves inside Coleman Coliseum on Monday night for a contest against the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

The Red Wolves are led by former Alabama assistant Bryan Hodgson who is now in his first season at Arkansas State as he tries to rebuild their program.

While Oats and the Tide have been one of the explosive offenses in college basketball this season, defensively the Tide has struggled which has played a large part in their two early season losses.

The Tide need this win over the Red Wolves to keep their heads above water before the brutal three-game stretch that is up next for Alabama against No. 1 Purdue, No. 15 Creighton, and No. 2 Arizona.

Below is everything you need to know about tonight’s matchup between Alabama and Arkansas State: