Scout's Take: ESPN 100 PG Jared Butler picks Alabama
Jared Butler, the No. 83 player in the country, joins coach Avery Johnson and the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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2018 Schedule
5th in SEC
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Paul Biancardi Basketball Recruiting
Breaking news in recruiting: Point guard Jared Butler tells ESPN he is headed to Alabama. Butler sits at no.83 overall in the ESPN 100. This is the first commitment for Avery Johnson and staff in 2018. A Scout's Take is on the way.
Bama's Johnson: No eligibility concerns for team
In the wake of the resignation of associate AD Kobie Baker, who was questioned by the school in connection to an FBI investigation into corruption, Alabama coach Avery Johnson said the program is being proactive with 'all the proper authorities.'
Stallings reflects on the Tide, Bear Bryant (4:11)
Paul Biancardi Basketball Recruiting
Top 60 prospect Tre Mann told ESPN that he holds offers from. Florida, Florida State, Memphis, Tennessee, UCF, USF, Georgia Tech, Texas A&M, Alabama & LSU. Mann is a scoring point guard with elevation, range and accuracy on his jump shot.
Would another Alabama-Clemson title game be good for CFP? (0:45)
Alabama associate AD resigns amid probe
Alabama associate AD Kobie Baker, who oversaw all areas of Alabama's basketball administration, has resigned after the school questioned him about being linked to the ongoing FBI college basketball investigation. Baker previously worked for the NCAA.
Mark Schlabach ESPN Senior Writer
Alabama officials announced Wednesday night that basketball administrator Kobie Baker resigned after an internal review, following the FBI's arrest of four assistant coaches at other schools on Tuesday. Alabama AD Greg Byrne said the review did not reveal any SEC or NCAA violations, nor did it find that any other staff members were involved. Baker is a former NCAA assistant director of enforcement for basketball development.
SEC Storied: Courage Matters - Wendell Hudson (0:48)
Paul Biancardi Basketball Recruiting
Espn 100 Jared Butler is taking an official visit to Baylor this weekend. He has taken trips to Virginia and Alabama. Butler is highly competitive and equally adept at scoring or facilitating. His basketball IQ is evident as is his 3-point shooting which will help him play anywhere on the perimeter.
The 'other' freshmen to know in college hoops: Collin Sexton
Sexton is a lottery prospect capable of leading Alabama back to the NCAA tournament with a backcourt that also features John Petty, another five-star wing.
'It's going to be a historical year for the SEC' (3:58)
Alabama, Auburn basketball continue summer tours (0:41)
Summer Tour: SEC basketball (0:44)
Alabama gives Avery Johnson 2-year extension
Alabama basketball coach Avery Johnson has received a two-year contract extension through 2023.
Jeff Borzello ESPN Staff Writer
Team Thad (Robert Woodard, Tyler Harris, Javian Fleming) drawing a crowd. Billy Kennedy, Alabama, Cincinnati, Ole Miss, Iowa State, Mississippi State.
Paul Biancardi Basketball Recruiting
Top 100 prospect Will Richardson tells Espn that he is hearing from Georgia, Georgia Tech, Auburn, Alabama, Miami and Virginia. Big PG with instincts to score and facilitate.
Johnson: We Embrace The Challege That UK Provides
Seth Greenberg and Dan Dakich talk to Alabama coach Avery Johnson about the Crimson Tide taking the next step, embracing the challenge Kentucky provides the SEC and much more.
Texas scoring leader Mack transfers to Alabama
Alabama men's basketball coach Avery Johnson announced the signing of Texas scoring leader Tevin Mack on Friday. He will sit out the 2017-18 season due to NCAA transfer rules.
Who has the best job in Alabama?
Avery Johnson and Bruce Pearl have each improved their respective programs in a state known for football. Which school is tabbed as the best basketball job in the state?
Six more prospects to work out for Utah
The Jazz will host six more players for a pre-draft workout on Wednesday: Indiana G James Blackmon, Dayton G Charles Cooke, Weber State G Jeremy Senglin, Alabama big man Jimmie Taylor, Eastern Washington F Jake Wiley and Texas A&M-CC F Rashawn Thomas.
Big 12/SEC slate has KU at home, UK on road
Kentucky will travel to West Virginia and Kansas will host Texas A&M in the Big 12/SEC Challenge.
Bama big man Key withdraws from NBA draft
Alabama big man Braxton Key will withdraw from the NBA draft process and return to Tuscaloosa for his sophomore season, the school announced Tuesday.
Jeff Goodman ESPN Insider
Alabama's Braxton Key told ESPN he will withdraw from NBA draft and return to school next season.
Texas transfer F Mack commits to Alabama
Texas transfer Tevin Mack, who was granted his release from Texas in late February, told ESPN that he has committed to Alabama.
2016-17 SEC Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 16-2 | - | 32-6 |
| Florida | 14-4 | 2 | 27-9 |
| Arkansas | 12-6 | 4 | 26-10 |
| South Carolina | 12-6 | 4 | 26-11 |
| Ole Miss | 10-8 | 6 | 22-14 |
| Alabama | 10-8 | 6 | 19-15 |
| Vanderbilt | 10-8 | 6 | 19-16 |
| Georgia | 9-9 | 7 | 19-15 |
| Texas A&M | 8-10 | 8 | 16-15 |
| Tennessee | 8-10 | 8 | 16-16 |
| Auburn | 7-11 | 9 | 18-14 |
| Mississippi State | 6-12 | 10 | 16-16 |
| LSU | 2-16 | 14 | 10-21 |
| Missouri | 2-16 | 14 | 8-24 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game68.5284th
Rebounds Per Game39.0Tied-27th
Assists Per Game11.5296th
Points Allowed64.728th
2018 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jared Butler | PG | Committed | 83 |
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Tournament History
| Final Fours | 0 |
| Tournament Record | 21-20 |
| Championship Seasons | None |
| Tournament Appearances | 20 |