Alabama Basketball Faces March Madness Without Holloway

0:00On March 20th, Alabama basketball entered the NCAA Tournament without junior guard Adden Holloway, their second leading scorer. He was arrested on March 16th on charges of first degree marijuana possession and failure to affix a tax stamp after police bound 2.1 pounds of marijuana along with paraphernalia and cash in his possession. Holloway averages 16.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game this season, making him a big part of. The Crimson Tides attack. The team, seated fourth, faces 13th, seated Hofstra in the first round, but Holloway sits out due to suspension. Coach Nate Oates stressed the program's standards for accountability, noting they usually handle issues internally, but couldn't in this case. Charles Barkley, who knows Holloway from his Auburn days, called it a mistake that deserves a year-long suspension, but a chance for re-enstatement next. Season The University of Alabama says it's aware of the allegations and has removed Holloway

1:01from campus, pending an investigation by their student conduct. Office. He posted bond and awaits a court date. As Alabama pushes forward in March madness, Holloway's absence leaves a gap, but the team focuses on the games ahead while the legal process plays. Out.