Alabama Guard Holloway Faces Felony Charges

0:00On March 17, Alabama guard Aiden Holloway faces a serious setback after his arrest on Monday for a felony marijuana possession charge. The 21-year-old was picked up just days before the NCAA tournament starts. Authorities found more than one pound of marijuana along with paraphernalia and cash during a search at a home near campus. He was charged with first-degree possession, not for personal use, which is a classy felony in Alabama, plus failure to affix a tax stamp. That could mean up to 10 years in prison and a $15,000 fine. Holloway was booked around 10am and released before 11am on a $5,000 bond. The University of Alabama knows about the situation and has pulled him from campus while they investigate through their student conduct office. No word yet on whether he has a lawyer speaking for him. Holloway is a key player in his second season, ranking second on the team with 16.8 points per game and leading in 3-point shooting. At 43.1%, the Crimson Tide sit at 23 wins and 9 losses as a number 4 seed.

1:06They are set to tip off Friday against Hofstra in Tampa, Florida, leaving fans in the program to watch how this unfolds amid the tournament action.