Hunter De Siver

Joined: Jun 27, 2022

Hunter De Siver is the lead basketball writer for BamaCentral and has covered Crimson Tide football since 2024. He previously distributed stories about the NFL and NBA for On SI and was a staff writer for Missouri Tigers On SI and Cowbell Corner. Before that, Hunter generated articles highlighting Crimson Tide products in the NFL and NBA for BamaCentral as an intern in 2022 and 2023. Hunter is a graduate from the University of Alabama, earning a degree in sports media in 2023.

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Oklahoma associate head coach Pauline Love, who was the Crimson Tide's assistant coach and recruiting coordinator in 2024-25, is filling Kristy Curry's role.

Alabama Defensive Back Ivan Taylor (13) during Practice at Thomas-Drew Practice Fields in Tuscaloosa, AL on Thursday, Mar 26, 2026.

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Crimson Tide safety Keon Sabb commends sophomore Ivan Taylor for "continuing to get better each and every day" in a loaded defensive backs room.

Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Keon Sabb (3) against the Oklahoma Sooners during the CFP National Playoff First Round at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Crimson Tide safety has National Championship aspirations ahead of his fifth year of college football and believes the secondary is the "best in the country."

Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. stares down Arkansas in the second half of the game on Feb. 18, 2026.

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The Alabama guard opens up about his sophomore year after taking the gamble of withdrawing from the 2025 NBA Draft.

Alabama head coach Nate Oats calls out the referee in the second half of the game against Clemson on Dec. 3, 2025.

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Tracking the Crimson Tide’s outgoing and incoming players and coaches following the conclusion of Alabama's 2025-26 campaign.

Alabama guard Houston Mallette hugs head coach Nate Oats after exiting the game in the second half of the game against Auburn on Mar. 7, 2026.

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The Crimson Tide's season ended at the hands of Michigan in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, but what Nate Oats was "most disappointed" in had nothing to do with the game itself.

Michigan guard Trey McKenney (1) and forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) defend Alabama forward Taylor Bol Bowen (7) during the second half of NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 round at United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 27, 2026.

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Final thoughts, biggest storylines and insightful interviews from both the Crimson Tide's final game of the 2025-26 season.

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats looks on in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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After an even first half, the Wolverines dismantled the Crimson Tide in ways that Alabama has dealt with numerous times throughout the year.

Dec 3, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Amari Allen (5) congratulates guard Labaron Philon (0) after a foul during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images

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The Alabama basketball duo has often been projected as first-round picks for the 2026 NBA Draft, but would they rule out another year in college?

Alabama guard Aden Holloway keeps his eye on the ball on defense in the first half of the game against Mississippi State on Feb. 25, 2026.

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The Crimson Tide guard was granted permission to travel out of state on Friday, but is he available to play in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 in Chicago?

Feb 28, 2026; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) shoots the ball and ties the game against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images

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The Alabama guard did not travel with the team to Chicago this week nor to Tampa during the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament, following his arrest.

Alabama guards Houston Mallette and Labaron Philon Jr finish the game against Arkansas on Feb. 18, 2026.

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The 4-seed Crimson Tide isn't favored to beat the 1-seed Wolverines in the Sweet 16, but this matchup echoes an NBA one in Chicago from 35 years ago.

Hunter De Siver

Joined: Jun 27, 2022

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'It Meant Everything to Me': How Labaron Philon's Biggest Decision Shaped His Season

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Tracker: Alabama Basketball's Returners, Additions, Departures for 2026-27 Season

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BamaCentral Courtside After Alabama's Loss to Michigan in Sweet 16

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Alabama's Season-Long Weaknesses Exposed in Sweet 16 Loss to Michigan

What Labaron Philon, Amari Allen Said About Their Futures After Sweet 16 Loss

Aden Holloway's Final Status Revealed for Alabama vs. Michigan

Judge Makes Decision Regarding Aden Holloway's Request to Travel Out of State

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