No. 8 Alabama recovers from slow start to beat Georgia 89-79
Herbert Jones had two baskets in a 9-0 run to open the second half that gave No. 8 Alabama the lead, and the SEC champion Crimson Tide beat Georgia 89-79MARCH 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Six boards in return Bruner had one point (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and six rebounds across 19 minutes in Saturday's 82-78 victory over Vanderbilt -- his first game since Jan. 12 due to a knee injury.
Impact After nine games on the sidelines, Bruner was healthy enough to make the starting five for Senior Day and even saw close to his 21.6 mpg season average. He should provide a major boost to the Tide's post depth down the stretch, as Alabama is now just one win away from clinching a share of the SEC regular-season title.
FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Shackelford's 27 helps No. 8 Alabama hold off Vandy, 82-78
Jaden Shackelford scored a season-high 27 points and No. 8 Alabama came from behind to beat Vanderbilt 82-78 and move a step closer to a Southeastern Conference championshipFEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Starting against Vanderbilt Bruner is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Vanderbilt.
Impact Bruner's return provides a huge boost for Alabama, and he will join the starting lineup in his first game after tearing his meniscus just over a month ago. Bruner has contributed 7.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks over 21.8 minutes per game this season.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Saturday Bruner (knee) will play in Saturday's contest against Vanderbilt, Jeff Goodman of WatchStadium.com reports.
Impact After tearing his meniscus just over a month ago, Bruner will return to the floor Saturday. His return figures to provide a boost for the Crimson Tide down low, where Bruner has contributed 7.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks over 21.8 minutes per game this season. It remains to be seen what type of usage he'll see in his first game back, but his return is good news nonetheless for Alabama.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Going through warmups Bruner (knee) is partaking in pregame warmups ahead of Saturday's game against Vanderbilt, Charlie Potter of 247sports.com reports.
Impact Head coach Nate Oats mentioned Friday that he was going to have some guys warm up ahead of the game and see how they feel so it seems Bruner's availability will hinge on how well he can go through the motions. The 6-10 senior has missed the last nine games after tearing his meniscus Jan. 12 so it's likely the trainers and coaching staff will proceed with caution when electing to bring him back.
FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Targeting Wednesday return Bruner (knee) could return for Wednesday's game at Arkansas, Mike Rodak of AL.com reports.
Impact Head coach Nate Oats said Friday that he's hoping to have Bruner, who is shooting and participating in drills, available for Wednesday's game. The senior has missed the past nine games due to a knee injury. Alex Reese has started eight of the past nine games in his place, averaging 7.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.6 steals over 20.3 minutes per game. Reese appears set to start again Saturday against Vanderbilt while Bruner sets his sights on a Wednesday return.
FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not near return Coach Nate Oats said Bruner (knee) remains "a couple weeks away" from retaking the court, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Bruner has been sidelined since Jan. 12 with the knee injury, and it appears he won't be returning to action in the immediate future. Alex Reese, James Rojas and Herb Jones should continue to split work at center for the Crimson Tide.
FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Notebook: Alabama-Missouri matchup significant in race for SEC title “A win Saturday would go a long ways in the league championship race.”
FEBRUARY 5, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Versatility key for Alabama, Oklahoma in SEC/Big 12 matchup
Chances are good that plenty of points will be scored when No. 9 Alabama visits No. 24 Oklahoma in the SEC/Big 12 ChallengeJANUARY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hopeful to return in February Coach Nate Oats said that they are hopeful that Bruner (knee) can return by early-to-mid February, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Bruner underwent a knee procedure back on Jan. 13. He had started every game this season for the Crimson Tide. Alex Reese should hold down the start at center for the next handful of games until Bruner can return to the court.
JANUARY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Arkansas-Alabama highlights weekend's SEC men's hoops action
Streaking Alabama hosts Arkansas to highlight Southeastern Conference games this weekendJANUARY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Alabama's Jordan Bruner out indefinitely with knee injury TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama forward Jordan Bruner is out indefinitely with a right knee injury.
JANUARY 14, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Alabama's Jordan Bruner out indefinitely with knee injury TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama forward Jordan Bruner is out indefinitely with a right knee injury. The school says Bruner sustained a menis...
JANUARY 14, 2021 • SFCHRONICLE.COM
Alabama's Jordan Bruner out indefinitely with knee injury
Alabama forward Jordan Bruner is out indefinitely with a right knee injuryJANUARY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Expected to miss next month Bruner (knee) is expected to be out at least one month, Jeff Goodman of WatchStadium.com reports.
Impact Bruner severely injured his knee during Tuesday's win against Kentucky, and now it's confirmed that the injury will prevent him from seeing the court over the next month. Bruner has started every game at the five position for the Crimson Tide this season, so the team will likely have to turn to Alex Reese, who's started all but five games last season, for production moving forward.
JANUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out indefinitely after knee procedure Bruner is out indefinitely after suffering a meniscus injury in his right knee Tuesday against Kentucky.
Impact Bruner was set to undergo further evaluation Wednesday and ultimately ended up undergoing a procedure on the knee. While there isn't a timetable for return, Bruner expects "to make a full recovery and return to the lineup later this season." In the meantime, look for Alex Reese and James Rojas to see more work in the Alabama frontcourt.
JANUARY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will be evaluated Wednesday Bruner's knee injury will be evaluated Wednesday, Erik Hall of TuscaloosaNews.com reports.
Impact Wednesday's evaluation will shed more light on the extent of Bruner's injury and how long he could be sidelined. Bruner left the game early in the second half after getting tangled up with a Kentucky player and never returned. Prior to leaving, the senior recorded eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes. James Rojas entered the game after Bruner's injury, and he figures to pick up the bulk of Bruner's vacated minutes while he's out.
JANUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Exits game with knee injury Bruner left Tuesday's game against Kentucky due to a knee injury, Michael Casagrande of AL.com reports.
Impact Bruner is questionable to return. The big man was unable to put any weight on his right leg while leaving the court during the second half of Tuesday's contest. The team already lost Herb Jones (hand) during first half, so the Alabama frontcourt is down both starters and will look to James Rojas and Alex Reese to play significant minutes until the two starters are able to return.
JANUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Finest outing of season Bruner totaled 20 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, three steals and one block in Saturday's win over Auburn.
Impact Similar to about every Crimson Tide starter Saturday, Bruner turned in his finest outing of the season in this one, as the senior managed a new season high while being a major factor in every major statistical category. Before Saturday, Bruner reached double figures offensively just one other time, namely Dec. 19 against Western Kentucky.
JANUARY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not living up to expectations Bruner is averaging 6.9 points and 5.3 rebounds currently this year with Alabama.
Impact The former Yale Bulldog is not living up to expectations with the Crimson Tide so far this season, as Bruner is coming off back-to-back campaigns averaging at least 10 points and eight rebounds per game. The center has only scored in double figures just one time in eight outings.
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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