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Alabama MBB a finalist to land 2025 SG Dorian Jones

Alabama men’s basketball was listed as one of 10 finalists to land 2025 shooting guard Dorian Jones.

Recently, 2025 shooting guard Dorian Jones narrowed his list of finalists down to 10 schools. Alabama was one of the schools that made the cut.

Jones, an Ohio native, has not taken a visit to Alabama at this time. The only schools that he has visited up to this point are in-state programs Cincinnati and Ohio State. The expectation is that Jones will begin taking visits toward the end of spring and into the summer.

Jones plays for Richmond Heights High School in Cleveland, Ohio. He is listed at 6-foot-4 and 160 pounds. As it stands, Jones would likely play the shooting guard position at the college level. He will need to add some weight to play the small forward position.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Dorian Jones’ recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offers 2025 SG Dorian Jones from Ohio

Recently, the Alabama men’s basketball coaching staff extended an offer to 2025 four-star shooting guard Dorian Jones.

The Alabama coaching staff recently extended an offer to 2025 shooting guard Dorian Jones.

Jones plays for Richmond Heights High School in Cleveland, Ohio. During his sophomore season, Jones helped lead the Spartans to a 29-0 record and a state championship victory as a part of the OHSA’s Chagrin Conference.

The talented guard stands at 6-foot-3 and 160 pounds, according to 247Sports. At the college level, Jones would likely begin his career as a shooting guard with that size and stature. Needless to say, it will be interesting to see his growth and development over the next two years.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Dorian Jones’ recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB lands in top 9 for elite, 2025 SG Isiah Harwell from Idaho

2025 shooting guard Isiah Harwell released his top schools list. Among the programs listed was the Alabama Crimson Tide.

In the past, Alabama struggled to recruit and land commitments from top prospects across the country. Things have changed since Nate Oats assumed the role as Alabama’s head coach. For one, the Crimson Tide has become a national attraction for some top prospects.

One of those prospects is 2025 shooting guard Isiah Harwell. On Monday, Harwell narrowed his list of finalists to nine schools. Among the programs listed was the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Harwell has not taken a trip to Tuscaloosa at this point. However, that is subject to change over time. The Alabama coaching staff seems to high on Harwell and rightfully so. He is regarded as a five-star by every recruiting service. That is pretty remarkable in itself.

The Idaho native is currently a junior at Wasatch Academy in Wasatch, Utah. The Tigers play at a national level. Meaning they compete against the likes of national, powerhouse programs like La Lumiere High School, Montverde Academy, and IMG Academy.

Harwell has faired well against his opponents. Alabama offered him back in May and will continue pursuing Harwell.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Isiah Harwell’s recruiting profile.

Alabama lands in top 8 for 2024 SG Billy Richmond III

2024 shooting guard Billy Richmond III released his top schools list on Saturday. Richmond III included Alabama in his top 8.

Class of 2024 shooting guard Billy Richmond III released his top-eight schools’ list on Saturday. Richmond III included Alabama as a finalist to land his commitment.

The Tennessee native is the son of former Vanderbilt and Memphis guard Billy Richmond.

The 6-foot-5 wing is an excellent scorer and defender. During the 2023 Nike EYBL Peach Jam, Richmond III averaged 13.8 points per game, 5.9 rebounds per game, 2.6 assists per game, and 1.6 steals per game.

If Richmond III were to commit to Alabama, he would likely play either shooting guard or small forward. One thing that the Alabama coaching staff emphasizes on the recruiting trail is pursuing positionless basketball players. Meaning the recruit can guard and play at any position on the floor.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Billy Richmond III’s recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offers 2024 4-Star SG Jalil Bethea

Bethea has been climbing up the recruiting rankings and Alabama is the latest program to offer him.

The Alabama coaching staff extended an offer to 2024 shooting guard Jalil Bethea on Tuesday.

Bethea plays for Archbishop Wood High School in Warminster, Pennsylvania. Last season, the Vikings finished with a 19-9 record. Bethea was an intrical part of the program’s success a year ago.

At 6-foot-4, 170 pounds, Bethea could play either shooting guard or small forward at the next level. Alabama head coach Nate Oats uses his players in multiple positions. Bethea’s versatility could bode well in Oats’ system.

Bethea has a similar skillset to Alabama wing Rylan Griffen. The two are similar in stature and have similar styles of play.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Jalil Bethea’s recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offers 2025 5-Star SG Isiah Harwell

2025 shooting guard Isiah Harwell received an offer from Alabama on Tuesday. Harwell is one of the highest-rated recruits in the 2025 recruiting cycle.

Shooting guard Isiah Harwell of the 2025 recruiting class recently received an offer from Alabama.

Harwell plays for Wasatch Academy in Mount Pleasant, Utah. The Tigers finished last season with a 14-10 record.

He fits the profile of a wing player in Nate Oats’ system. As far as stature, he is the same size as Alabama guard Rylan Griffen. Both Harwell and Griffen are listed at 6-foot-5, 180 pounds.

Griffen is primarily used as a three-point shooter but can attack the rim when needed. Harwell does a good job of shooting from deep as well as knocking down mid-range shots.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Isiah Harwell’s recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offer 2025 PG from Florida Jalen Reece

Alabama basketball continues to try and do some damage on the recruiting trail!

The Alabama men’s basketball program has emerged onto the scene on the hardwood as well as in the recruiting landscape. Nate Oats and his staff have prioritized the ability to build the foundation of their program by way of recruiting high school talent.

The coaching staff extended an offer to 2025 point guard Jalen Reece. Interestingly enough, he is the first point guard to have received an offer from the Tide in the 2025 recruiting cycle.

His recruitment will likely heat up heading into his senior season. With Alabama extending an early offer, it should help their chances of landing the Florida native.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Jalen Reece’s recruiting profile.

Alabama MBB offers 2024 5-star SG Isaiah Elohim

Alabama’s coaching staff recently extended an offer to 2024 five-star shooting guard Isaiah Elohim

Alabama’s coaching staff extended their most recent offer on Tuesday to 2024 shooting guard Isaiah Elohim.

Elohim is originally from Kingston, New York but plays for Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California. He is a high school teammate to LeBron James’ son, Bronny James.

With Alabama having a lot of success while in-season, it could help the coaching staff pursue some of the more elite prospects across the country. Elohim has some time to make a decision. It will be interesting to see where he visits before committing.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Isaiah Elohim’s recruiting profile.

2024 SG Elijah Moore lists Alabama in top 5

2024 shooting guard Elijah Moore revealed his top five schools on Tuesday via Twitter. The New York native listed Alabama as a finalist.

Alabama extended an offer to 2024 shooting guard Elijah Moore on Tuesday. He would later list the Tide as a finalist in his recruitment on Tuesday evening.

Moore is from the Bronx, New York. That is worth noting because Alabama assistant coach Brian Hodgson has been able to recruit in that area particularly well. He coached under Nate Oats at Buffalo and has since continued to recruit the state at a high level.

When asked why Alabama was included as a finalist, here is what Moore told On3’s, Joe Tipton:

They just want to win and send kids to the pros. I want to be a pro. They talk to me about their belief in me and what I can do. I really love the school’s environment and can’t wait to get out there to see what’s up. Coach Bryan (Hodgson) is a cool guy who gives a certain energy that I can feed off.

Tipton also went on to note that the expectation is that Moore will take an official visit to Alabama on January 24. However, that has not been confirmed by Moore at this point.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down Elijah Moore’s recruiting profile.

Alabama basketball signee Davin Cosby Jr. flourishing in senior season

2023 Alabama basketball signee Davin Cosby jr. has been filling up the stat sheet. He will join Nate Oats’ squad next season.

Alabama basketball signee Davin Cosby Jr. has been filling up the stat sheet in his senior year at Word of God Christian Academy (NC). According to a recent tweet posted by Overtime Elite, Cosby Jr. is averaging 20.3 points per game, 5.3 rebounds per game, and 2.8 steals per game.

The native of Richmond, Virginia chose the Tide over other schools like Virginia, Tennessee, and LSU. Cosby Jr. committed to Alabama back in September and signed during the early signing period in November.

This was a massive addition to Nate Oats’ recruiting class. He has great size at 6-foot-5, 180 pounds. In Alabama’s system, he could play either the two or three depending on how the coaching staff feels when he arrives on campus.

Other early signees for the Tide were Mouhamed Dioubate, Sam Walters, and R.J. Johnson. It will be interesting to see how each signee performs during their senior seasons at their respective high school.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Alabama basketball recruiting news.

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