Alabama Basketball Star Arrested, Team Suspends Him

0:00On March 17, Alabama basketball star Aiden Holloway faced a rest Monday morning on charges of first-degree marijuana possession and failure to affix, a tax stamp. Assurged by the West Alabama Narcotics Task Force at a home on 30th Avenue East, turned up more than one pound of marijuana, along with Perifernelia and Cash. He was booked into Tuscaloosa County jail that morning, with bonds set at $5,000. Holloway posted bond and walked out by 10.45am, central time. Coach Nate Oats addressed the issue on his radio show that evening, saying the program has high standards and must hold players accountable. The team suspended Holloway pending a university investigation, while stressing support for him amid the disappointment. Practice went well as they gear up without him. The University of Alabama confirmed he's off campus during their review by the Student Conduct Office. As a junior who earned all southeastern conference 13 honors, Holloway stepped into the starting line of the season, averaging 16 points, 8 points and 3.9 assists per game.

1:05All this hits just four days before four-seat Alabama, tips off against 13-seat Hofstra in the first round of the 2026 NCAA. Turn them in in Tampa, leaving his availability and serious doubt as the Crimson Tide push