Alabama Basketball Kicks Off March Madness Without Holloway

0:00On March 20th, Alabama basketball kicks off its March-Manus run today against Hofstra in the first round. The Crimson Tide earned a number-four seed with a 23-9 record, but they'll be without guard Aiden Holloway, a key piece in their push for that spot. The game tips off in Tampa at 2.15pm Central Time. Holloway's absence stems from a failure to properly affix a tax stamp on a firearm, which is sidelined him for this match-up. Alabama has managed wins without him earlier this season during non-coference games, but now the stakes are much higher in tournament play. Fans and analysts are watching closely to see if the tide can overcome the setback. Holloway scoring and playmaking have been vital, and his absence could test the team's depth right out of the gate. The match-up is at Benchmark International Arena, airing live on TrueTV and streamable on Sling. No major updates yet, but expect intense action as both teams fight for a spot in the next round. With March-Manus underway, Alabama faces a tough early test, but their talent run deep.

1:05Keep an eye on how they adapt and push forward.