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Former Alabama Basketball signee R.J. Johnson commits to Kennesaw State

Former Alabama point guard signee R.J. Johnson announced his commitment to Kennesaw State on Tuesday. Johnson will begin his college career playing for former Alabama assistant coach and player Antoine Pettway.

Former Alabama point guard signee R.J. Johnson announced that he was committing to Kennesaw State on Tuesday.

Johnson was ranked as a three-star out of Grissom High School in Huntsville, Alabama. Originally, Johnson chose to commit Alabama over other programs like Wichita State, Tennessee Tech, and Florida Atlantic.

Johnson signed his National Letter of Intent to join the Alabama basketball program in November.

Following several coaching changes and roster changes, Johnson decided to request his release from his letter of intent. Therefore, he re-opened his recruitment and decided to weigh his options.

After several months, Johnson has chosen to play for the Owls. He will join former Alabama teammates Jusaun Holt and Delaney Heard. Johnson will also have the opportunity to play for his primary recruiter from Alabama — Antoine Pettway.

Johnson is a massive addition to the Owls roster as Pettway looks to build the foundation of the program after a mass exodus occurred within the program in the offseason.

Johnson was named Mr. Basketball in Alabama following a strong senior season. He averaged 21.4 points per game, 8.1 rebounds per game, and 3.0 assists per game.

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Jamal Murray ignores Russell Wilson and Ciara after Nuggets win NBA Finals

Unfortunately, it’s just another example of the internet having a laugh at Wilson’s expense. 

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To say the last calendar year has been difficult for Russell Wilson is quite the understatement.

Last night, the Denver Nuggets won their first ever NBA Championship after they defeated the Miami Heat in five games. In attendance were a few notable Broncos, such as Peyton Manning, new head coach Sean Payton, and of course, Russell Wilson, his wife Ciara, and their kids.

As the Denver crowd was celebrating a Nuggets championship – something the Broncos have only accomplished once in the last 24 years – star point guard Jamal Murray walked past the Wilson family without even acknowledging them.

Of course, it’s hard to imagine Murray was intentionally ignoring them. He was most certainly more focused on celebrating with his team in the locker room than interacting with fans. .

Unfortunately, it’s just another example of the internet having a laugh at Wilson’s expense.

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Alabama MBB continuing to pursue 2024 4-Star PG Jase Richardson

The Alabama coaching staff has remained in contact with 2024 four-star point guard Jase Richardson.

Point guard Jase Richardson of the 2024 class narrowed his list of finalists to eight schools last month. However, Richardson has four programs ahead of the pack and Alabama is one of them.

When speaking with On3’s Joe Tipton about the Crimson Tide, Richardson said, “They were a big team this year, basically a top-five team all season. They had a great run in March Madness. I just like how coach (Nate) Oats coaches his guys. He’s defensive-oriented then on offense, he lets them go and I like that about them.”

The other programs that are high on Richardson’s list are Michigan State, Cincinnati, and Stanford. According to On3’s RPM, the Spartans are the trending to land Richardson’s commitment at 49.5% likelihood.

With Alabama’s recent success, it will be interesting to see if the new Alabama coaching staff can land one of the nation’s top point guards. Richardson is looking to announce his commitment in mid-October.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Alabama basketball recruiting.

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Alabama MBB offers 2025 5-Star PG Meleek Thomas

2025 point guard Meleek Thomas recently received an offer from the Alabama coaching staff. Thomas is ranked as a top-10 prospect in the 2025 recruiting cycle.

Point guard Meleek Thomas of the 2025 class received an offer from Alabama on Wednesday. Thomas is ranked as a five-star by all major recruiting circuits.

Thomas plays for Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School in Midland, Pennsylvania, and helped lead the school to a 31-1 record last season and the Class 4A state title.

He is well-equipped to fit into Nate Oats’ system. Thomas is listed at 6-foot-4, 175 pounds, according to 247Sports.

In the past, Alabama’s coaching staff tends to recruit guards that can score and defend. Thomas certainly fits that profile as he enters his junior year of high school.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Meleek Thomas’ recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offers 2025 PG Kingston Flemings

2025 point guard Kingston Flemings received an offer from Alabama on Saturday morning. Flemings plays on the AAU circuit for the SA Future.

The Alabama coaching staff has already begun recruiting prospects from the 2025 class. One of the prospects that recently received an offer was point guard Kingston Flemings.

Flemings plays for William J. Brennan High School in San Antonio, Texas. As a sophomore, Flemings averaged 14.8 points per game, 5.7 assists per game, and 4.4 assists per game. He shot 51% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc.

Thus far, he has received eight offers. Alabama and Baylor are the latest schools that have offered Flemings.

At 6-foot-2, 175 pounds, Flemings’ stature is quite similar to former Alabama point guard Jaden Bradley. Bradley stood at 6-foot-3, 185 pounds.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Kingston Flemings’ recruiting profile.

BREAKING: Alabama PG Jaden Bradley transferring to Arizona

Alabama point guard Jaden Bradley is transferring to Arizona, according to On3’s Joe Tipton. Bradley spent one season at Alabama.

Alabama point guard Jaden Bradley is transferring to Arizona. He confirmed the news on his Twitter account on Wednesday evening.

Bradley spent one season with the Crimson Tide. In 37 games, Bradley averaged 6.4 points per game, 2.6 rebounds per game, and 3.1 assists per game. He was the go-to guard off the bench for the majority of the season. Bradley flourished at attcking the rim and finishing on contested shots.

Bradley was regarded as a five-star out of high school. He chose Alabama over other programs like Arizona, Florida State, and Michigan. Bradley took an official visit to Arizona but ultimately chose to commit to Alabama.

Now, he will head to Tucson to play for a Wildcats program that has had a lot of success over the years. Interestingly enough, both teams will meet on December 20 in Phoenix. It will be interesting to see how Bradley performs against his former team.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the Alabama basketball program and its involvement in the transfer portal.

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Alabama MBB offers 2025 PG Mikel Brown Jr.

The Alabama coaching staff recently extended an offer to 2025 point guard Mikel Brown Jr. Brown Jr. plays for Sunrise Christian Academy in Wichita, Kansas.

The Alabama coaching staff extended an offer to 2025 point guard Mikel Brown Jr. on Friday.

Brown Jr. plays for Sunrise Christian Academy in Wichita, Kansas. As a junior, he was a part of a team that had several elite 2023 prospects like five-stars Layden Blocker and John Bol.

He is regarded as the top player in Kansas by every recruiting circuit for the 2025 class. In comparison to recent point guards at Alabama, he is relatively smaller in stature. Brown Jr. stands at 6 feet, 150 pounds.

He will have time to grow as he will begin his junior season in the fall. It will be interesting to see how Alabama’s coaching staff decides to pursue the Florida native. He is currently being pursued heavily by Kansas State. The Wildcats are the favorite to land Brown Jr. at 100% likelihood, according to On3’s RPM.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Mikel Brown Jr.’s recruiting profile.

Alabama offers class of 2024 five-star point guard Dedan Thomas

Crimson Tide Hoops offer top-25 player in the 2024 class a scholarship

Nate Oats has changed the trajectory of Alabama basketball since he took over in 2019, especially on the recruiting trail. The Crimson Tide, not traditionally known for landing elite basketball talent, have had six five-star players in program history. Three of those six have been during Oats regime.

Dedan Thomas, the No. 4 point guard in the 2024 class, is Alabama’s next target as they recently extended an offer, according to Joe Tipton of On3. Thomas is a top-25 player in the class out of Henderson, Nevada and already holds offers from the likes of Arizona, Gonzaga, Houston and many more, so it will be an uphill battle to land his services.

Alabama has had a lot of success at the PG position in recent years with guys like Colin Sexton and Kira Lewis Jr. both becoming first-round picks.

While they are going through the NBA draft process, it is expected that Mark Sears and Jahvon Quinerly will both return to Tuscaloosa in the fall. However, I would imagine it will be the last season for both of them which would allow for Thomas to see playing time immediately in 2024.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to monitor Dedan Thomas and the 2024 recruiting class.

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Former Alabama PG Jaden Bradley visiting with the Memphis Tigers

Former five-star recruit and Alabama player, Jaden Bradley, set to meet with the Memphis Tigers

The Alabama men’s basketball program will look much different in 2023 than it did this past year. The Tide lost all three assistant coaches to head coaching opportunities this off-season and the roster was purged by the NBA draft as well as the transfer portal.

One of the most surprising departures was former four-star recruit, Jaden Bradley. Coming out of high school, Bradly was a McDonald’s All-American as well as a top-25 player in the 2022 recruiting cycle. He was one of the biggest recruits Nate Oats has landed during his tenure in Tuscaloosa so it is definitely a tough loss for the Tide.

Bradley averaged 19.8 minutes a game and was good for 6.4 PPG and 3.1 APG. However, his inconsistency from the field was his downfall as he shot under 40% in 2022-2023.

Even though they are going through the NBA draft process, Oats is optimistic that Mark Sears and Jahvon Quinerly will return to Alabama next season. Bradley read the writing on the wall that he might get buried in the depth chart and has decided to pursue other options.

Earlier in the week Bradley met with North Carolina State, but today he will be meeting with the Memphis Tigers. With Penny Hardaway at the helm Memphis has become a very attractive landing spot for a lot of guys in the portal and I wouldn’t be shocked if this is where Bradley lands.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to monitor Jaden Bradley’s potential transfer locations.

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Alabama MBB reaches out to two-time CAA Player of the Year Aaron Estrada

Hofstra point guard Aaron Estrada entered the transfer portal and the Tide have already reached out

Hofstra point guard Aaron Estrada entered the transfer portal on Tuesday afternoon, and a handful of programs have already reached out including the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Estrada began his college career at St. Peter’s in 2019. He spent one season playing for the Peacocks. He averaged 8.1 points per game and shot 40.5% from the floor.

He transferred to Oregon following his freshman campaign. Estrada played in just nine games for the Ducks while averaging 3.1 points per game.

After struggling to find his footing in the PAC-12, Estrada transferred closer to home to play for Hofstra head coach and former NBA guard Speedy Claxton.

Estrada spent the past two seasons as the focal point of the Pride roster. He was named as the CAA Player of the Year in 2022 and 2023. As a senior, Estrada averaged 20.1 points per game, 5.5 rebounds per game, and 4.3 assists per game. He shot an efficient 47.8% from the field and 36.8% from three.

Alabama will have to out-recruit the likes of Arkansas, Kansas State, Tennessee, and Georgetown. The Tide previously landed a New Jersey native through the transfer portal in Jahvon Quinerly. Now, they are trying to do so again by recruiting Estrada.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the Alabama baseball program and its involvement in the transfer portal.

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