Grant Nelson - College Basketball News & Rumors

DNP in exhibition Nelson (undisclosed) did not play in Alabama's exhibition game against Wake Forest on Friday and is eyeing the Crimson Tide's season opener against UNC Asheville for his return, pe...

Impact Nelson was one of three notable Alabama players absent during Friday's exhibition, joining Latrell Wrightsell and Aiden Sherrell with injuries. Nelson, a pre-season second team All-SEC honoree, has been picked by many as a potential breakout candidate heading into his second season in Tuscaloosa after averaging 11.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game for the Crimson Tide in 2023-24. November 4 is the hesitant return date for the timebeing in the team's season opener against UNC Asheville.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grant Nelson, Hunter Sallis, Walter Clayton Jr. headline top candidates for patented Year 2 transfer jump Keeping a transfer for a second year has been an absolute cheat code. Who are the biggest Year 2 transfer candidates to erupt in 2024-25?

JUNE 20, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

North Dakota announces 3-game series with Alabama; Grant Nelson to get homecoming The Crimson Tide has added another nonconference game for the 2024 season.

MAY 30, 2024 • AL.COM

Alabama basketball to play at North Dakota in non-conference homecoming for Grant Nelson Alabama men's basketball will play a non-conference road game in December at North Dakota.

MAY 30, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

F Grant Nelson bypasses draft to return to Alabama Alabama forward Grant Nelson will not enter the 2024 NBA Draft, instead using his final year of NCAA eligibility in Tuscaloosa.”Lets run it...

APRIL 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Grant Nelson to use final year of eligibility, return to Alabama basketball The Devils Lake, North Dakota native was a force, at times, for Alabama basketball after his highly-anticipated transfer last offseason.

APRIL 29, 2024 • AL.COM

Grant Nelson's small-town North Dakota values found a fit with Alabama, Nate Oats Grant Nelson knew Alabama would be his pick out of the transfer portal as soon as he visited Tuscaloosa last summer.

MARCH 30, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Grant Nelson has confidence back as Alabama takes on Clemson in West Region final

Grant Nelson made himself a part of Alabama basketball history with his dominant performance against North Carolina

MARCH 30, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

How Grant Nelson shook off struggles, led Alabama to Elite Eight Grant Nelson shook off his struggles in the Sweet Sixteen to lead Alabama basketball to historic heights.

MARCH 29, 2024 • AL.COM

Grant Nelson lifts Alabama over No. 1 North Carolina LOS ANGELES -- Grant Nelson scored three points in each of Alabama’s first two NCAA Tournament wins.In the fourth-seeded Crimson Tide’s 89-8...

MARCH 29, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Grant Nelson's 24 points, 5 blocks propel Alabama past UNC in Sweet 16

MARCH 29, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nelson powers Alabama over Florida in OT Grant Nelson had 22 points, eight rebounds and six blocked shots and No. 13 Alabama started fast in overtime to beat newly ranked No. 24 Flo...

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • STLTODAY.COM

No. 13 Alabama rallies to OT victory over No. 24 Florida Grant Nelson had 22 points and eight rebounds and Aaron Estrada recorded 20 points, eight rebounds and eight assists to help No.13 Alabama e...

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Nelson powers No. 13 Alabama to 98-93, overtime win over No. 24 Florida

Grant Nelson had 22 points, eight rebounds and six blocked shots and No. 13 Alabama started fast in overtime to beat newly ranked No. 24 Florida 98-93

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alabama basketball settles into new lineup, different role for improving Grant Nelson Grant Nelson has played the role of a center more often for Alabama in recent games.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Grant Nelson Provides Late-Game Spark Amidst Three-Point Struggles Shooting a mere 25% from beyond the arc, the 6-foot-10 forward drained two pivotal three-pointers late to secure a victory over Georgia in A...

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cold Weather, Missouri Basketball Invade Tuscaloosa Grant Nelson’s defense was key in Alabama win at Mississippi State

JANUARY 16, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Nate Oats Assesses Grant Nelson's Defensive Improvements, Offensive Slump The senior forward’s interior defense was essential in slowing down Mississippi State on Saturday night.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Shut out against South Carolina Nelson ended Tuesday's 74-47 win over South Carolina with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes.

Impact Nelson was held scoreless for the first time in an Alabama uniform and limited to single digits for just the fourth time this season. It's not as if the 6-11 senior wasn't tested in the non-conference portion of the schedule, but he certainly appears to be hitting a wall at one of the worst times possible. He'll have a chance to get back on track Saturday against Mississippi State.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in scoring Nelson registered 17 points (5-19 FG, 3-15 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 87-74 loss to Arizona.

Impact The transfer from North Dakota led his team in scoring with 17 points during Wednesday's loss to Arizona. Despite the solid performance from Nelson, the Tide was unable to come away with the victory. Having started in all 11 games thus far, Nelson is averaging 13.9 points and 6.1 rebounds per game this season. Expect the senior to continue to be a primary scorer for Alabama moving forward.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Nelson (leg) will be available as long as he feels okay in warmups, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The senior has started in all eight games for Alabama but will be a game-time decision as he is dealing with a leg injury. Nelson is averaging 14 points and 6.3 rebounds this season. Expect Nelson to be a primary ball scorer for Alabama if he is able to play against Purdue.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in loss Nelson ended Tuesday's 85-77 loss to Clemson with 14 points (4-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 33 minutes.

Impact The 6-foot-11 forward was two rebounds shy of a double-double in Tuesday's loss to Clemson. He managed to score 14 points but shot a poor 26.7 percent from the field. Nelson has been solid for the Crimson Tide to begin the season, as he is averaging 14.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists through seven games played. Expect Nelson to continue to be a huge asset for Alabama moving forward.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alabama Has More Talent Than Morehead Grant Nelson had 24 points in his Alabama basketball debut

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Transfer Grant Nelson scores 24 to lead No. 24 Alabama past Morehead State 105-73

Grant Nelson scored 24 points and fellow transfer Aaron Estrada added 16 in impressive Alabama debuts, leading the 24th-ranked Crimson Tide to a 105-73 victory over Morehead State...

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Grant Nelson has confidence back as Alabama takes on Clemson in West Region final

Nelson powers No. 13 Alabama to 98-93, overtime win over No. 24 Florida

Transfer Grant Nelson scores 24 to lead No. 24 Alabama past Morehead State 105-73