11. Alabama (4-seed)
Amari Allen (Freshman – Forward)
Allen is an impressive freshman talent who has found his footing and a significant role in this Alabama offense as the year has progressed. He’s averaging 11.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game and has found ways to be productive even in a recent shooting slump. Allen was named SEC All-Freshman and is among the best rebounders in the conference and scored in double-figures in the Crimson Tide’s first two Tournament games despite make rough 3-point numbers since March. Imagine if he finds his shooting touch next weekend.
London Jemison (Freshman – Forward)
Another notable freshman coming into his own, Jemison has been in and out of the starting lineup for the Crimson Tide but seems to have settled into a functional role. While you won’t be blown away by 6.2 points and 3.4 rebounds per game it’s pretty clear that Jemison knows his responsibility with this team. He’s a functional shot maker and solid defender who has made a few key shots in Alabama’s two Tournament blowouts and will certainly be counted on more and more in Aden Holloway’s absence.
Labaron Philon Jr. (Sophomore – Guard)
If you though Philon was a rising star thanks to his production as a freshman then what he’s done this season should blow you away. Named a Third Team All-American, Philon is putting up 21.6 points and 5.0 assists per game while making just under 40% of his 3-pointers as the leader of the Crimson Tide. His 29-point effort against Hofstra shows his vitality as he affects the game in a number of ways. Philon struggled Sunday but Alabama still blew out Texas Tech and he knows how to affect the game when his shots aren’t falling.
Aiden Sherrell (Sophomore – Forward)
Year one for the former Top 25 recruit saw plenty of potential but Sherrell has really taken a step forward in his sophomore season. The Detroit native averages 11.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game, leading the SEC in that latter statistic with his great defensive presence. Sherrell is more than just a rim protector as he can hit outside shots and has made more than 65% of his 2-pointers, notably having 15 points and 15 rebounds against Hofstra in the Crimson Tide’s first Tournament game.
Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (Senior – Guard)
We didn’t see much of Wrightsell last season but he’s making up for lost time after that injury. His sixth collegiate season has seen him put up 13.1 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, his most productive numbers since transferring from Cal State Fullerton three years ago. Wrightsell remains a standout shooter, sitting at 37% from outside the arc after a great showing in a 24-point performance against Texas Tech in the round of 32.