Alabama Basketball Faces Hofstra Without Holloway

0:00In Birmingham today, March 17th, Alabama basketball guard Aiden Holloway faces felony drug charges after an arrest Monday morning. The University of Alabama suspended him from campus and the team while they investigate first-degree marijuana possession and failure to attach attacks. Stamp. This comes right before the Crimson Tides No. 4 seed match-up in the NCAA tournament. The team opens against No. 13 seed Hofstra on Friday afternoon in Tampa, a win their sends them to face the winner of No. 5 Texas Tech versus No. 12 Akron on Sunday. Holloway had been a key contributor this season. Coach Nate Oates expressed disappointment in the situation, but emphasized support for Holloway and getting him help. He noted the team rally quickly, holding a strong practice Monday and staying focused on the game ahead. Players showed leadership and handled the news maturely. Holloway averaged 16.8 points per game as the team's second leading scorer and top 3 points shooter at 43.8 percent.

1:01Still, Oates highlighted deep back court options like LaBarran Falon, Latreau Wrightsau, Houston Millett, and Jalibathea ready to step up. Oates called this squad the most resilient he's coached, used to last minute line of changes and winning without key players. They practiced well with others peaking at the right time and feel prepared to take on a tough Hofstra team. This DNN story comes to you, thanks to our sponsor. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly. Built for nighttime listening, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com