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Alabama Crimson Tide preseason athletic updates

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Alabama's athletic programs are preparing for various preseason exhibitions and matchups. In men's basketball, the Crimson Tide, ranked No. 20 in the AP Top 25, ~~is scheduled to play Auburn in Birmingham. The basketball program~~ faces roster challenges due to injuries and suspensions involving Aden Holloway, Anderson Diaz, Jaxon Richardson, and Preston Murphy Jr. In a recent exhibition match titled ‘The Feud’ at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama defeated Auburn 87-85. Despite the absence of guards Anderson Diaz and Aden Holloway, the Crimson Tide was led by Amari Allen with 23 points and freshman Qayden Samuels with 20 points. The high-intensity game featured multiple scuffles involving players and coaches Nate Oats and Steven Pearl. Auburn head coach Steven Pearl noted the atmosphere felt like a ‘Sweet 16 game in October,’ while Nate Oats emphasized the importance of the rivalry for identifying improvements before the regular season. In baseball, Alabama is set to host UAB for a fall exhibition at Sewell Thomas Stadium following a split series between the two programs during the 2026 season.

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