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College basketball rankings: Michigan State up to No. 7, Purdue cracks top 10

FOX Sports national college basketball writer John Fanta reveals his latest top 25 rankings, with Michigan State and Purdue rising.

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SEC standings after Week 12 in college basketball: Alabama on the rise, Kentucky falls Here’s how the SEC shapes up after four weeks of conference play.

23 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Aden Holloway - Leading scorer off bench Holloway finished with 19 points (5-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds and two steals over 29 minutes during Saturday's 80-73 win over LSU.

Impact Holloway has now recorded double-digit scoring eight of his last nine games, and he's provided 41 points on 13-of-25 shooting over his last two. The sixth-man continues to provide a steady dose of offense for an Alabama team capable of beating you in many ways, and his efforts were especially appreciated Saturday in a game in which leading scorer Mark Sears was held without a point.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Youngblood - Called upon for first start Youngblood ended with 13 points (5-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 29 minutes during Saturday's 80-73 victory over LSU.

Impact Youngblood, a fifth-year senior who decided to remove his redshirt in December, made his first start of the season Saturday and managed to post his second-best scoring total of the year. He entered the lineup in place of freshman Labaron Philon, who has found himself in a bit of a shooting slump of late. It's unclear if this alignment will continue Wednesday at Mississippi State, but a potential move to the starting lineup only means positive things for Youngblood's outlook.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Labaron Philon - Comes off bench Saturday Philon finished with 11 points (2-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal over 21 minutes during Saturday's 80-73 win over LSU.

Impact Philon has started 17 of a possible 20 games this year for Alabama, but he came off the bench Saturday for the first time since Dec. 18. Chris Youngblood picked up the start in his stead, recording 13 points and five boards in the victory. The move makes sense on the surface, as Philon hit a bit of a freshman wall, averaging 7.4 ppg on 26.7 percent shooting over his previous five games. It remains to be seen if this alignment will continue Wednesday at Mississippi State.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mark Sears - No points for leading scorer Sears accumulated zero points (0-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists in 17 minutes during Saturday's 80-73 victory over LSU.

Impact It's truly a testament to the depth of this Alabama team that its leading scorer (18.1 ppg) can be held without a bucket, and the Tide can still emerge victorious. The down games for Sears come seemingly out of nowhere, as this was the second such instance this season despite recording 20 or more points in six of the previous seven contests. He'll look to rebound Wednesday at Mississippi State.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alabama top scorer Sears held scoreless, sits entire 2nd half; Oats points to defense TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama guard Mark Sears came into Saturday night's game against LSU leading the team and the Southeastern Conferenc...

1 DAY AGO • THESTAR.COM

Alabama top scorer Sears held scoreless, sits entire 2nd half; Oats points to defense Alabama guard Mark Sears came into Saturday's game against LSU leading the team and the Southeastern Conference in scoring but was held scor...

1 DAY AGO • NEWSDAY.COM

Alabama coach Nate Oats (sorta) explains why he sat top scorer Mark Sears vs. LSU

Alabama guard Mark Sears came into Saturday's game against LSU leading the team and the Southeastern Conference in scoring but was held scor...

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Why didn't Mark Sears play 2nd half for Alabama basketball vs. LSU? Nate Oats said Sears missing the second half for Alabama against LSU was a coaching decision.

1 DAY AGO • AL.COM

Derrion Reid - Out again Reid (lower body) is out for Alabama's clash with LSU, Charlie Potter of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Reid will now miss his fourth straight game. The freshman forward, who's been a bench piece and occasional starter for the Crimson Tide in 2024-2025, averages 81. points and 3.4 rebounds.

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NBA Draft Scouting Report: Alabama's Clifford Omoruyi Player Info Clifford Omoruyi Center | Alabama Height: 6'11' | Weight: 240 lbs 2025 Draft Age: Prospect Profile Coming Soon... Highlights Dra...

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Derrion Reid - Doubtful for Saturday Reid (lower body) is not expected to appear in Saturday's game against LSU, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Reid's status will ultimately come down to a game-time call following Saturday's team practice, but head coach Nate Oats is not optimistic about Reid's chances given his inability to do any live drills on Friday. The 6-foot-8 freshman, who has missed Alabama's last three games with a lower-body injury, will have his next chance to suit up against Mississippi State on Wednesday if he is ultimately unable to return against LSU.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nate Oats shares latest Alabama basketball injury report on Houston Mallette, Derrion Reid Here's what Alabama basketball's coach said aobut Houston Mallette and Derrion Reid before the Tide faces LSU.

2 DAYS AGO • AL.COM

Derrion Reid - Could return vs. Tigers Reid (lower body) is listed as questionable against LSU.

Impact The freshman may return to action for the first time in three games, but he also remains firmly questionable. Reid has been a good piece for the Crimson Tide this season, averaging 8.1 points and 3.4 rebounds as a rotational forward.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Houston Mallette - Sidelined Saturday Mallette (knee) won't be available for the Crimson Tide on Saturday.

Impact Mallette will miss his fifth straight game. The senior isn't much of a factor for the Crimson Tide regardless, averaging 3.2 points and 2.2 rebounds across 7.8 minutes in the six games he has appeared in this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

2025 NCAA Tournament projections: Michigan State rising; Texas on bubble

FOX Sports college basketball bracket forecaster Mike DeCourcy offers up his latest NCAA Tournament projections, with Michigan State rising.

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What are the 10 best college football teams since 2000?

What are the 10 best teams in college football since 2000? FOX Sports Research compiled the list of teams.

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Alabama 2024-25 Opponent Preview: LSU Tigers Alabama’s next game will come Saturday against the LSU Tigers.

4 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Georgia vs. Alabama men's basketball tickets still available for Saturday, February 1 The Alabama Crimson Tide (16-3, 5-1 SEC) meet the Georgia Bulldogs (14-4, 2-3 SEC) in a matchup of SEC teams at 4:00 PM ET on Saturday. The...

4 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

2025 NCAA Tournament national title tiers: No-brainers, teams on the rise, wild cards

FOX Sports' John Fanta offers up his 2025 NCAA Tournament national title contenders and separates them into four tiers.

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Best photos of Alabama basketball's impressive 103-87 win over Vanderbilt Mo Dioubate and Aden Holloway powered Alabama Tuesday night, as did Mark Sears who got to 2,500 points. Here are 20 photos of Alabama’s win...

5 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Why is Aden Holloway playing better at Alabama than Auburn? 'A little bit more free' The Alabama basketball guard discussed his improvement after a tough season at Auburn.

5 DAYS AGO • AL.COM

Derrion Reid - Out vs. Vandy Reid (lower body) won't play against Vanderbilt, per the SEC injury report.

Impact The freshman will miss his third consecutive game. There was a chance he played, as he was listed as a game-time call Monday night, but the forward will sit out once again. Reid, who averages 8.1 points and 3.4 rebounds, will get his next chance to play against LSU on Jan. 25.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Prediction and betting odds for Alabama vs. Vanderbilt in SEC basketball Analyzing Tuesday’s Alabama vs. Vanderbilt game with odds and lines, predictions and best bets.

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