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Oats Says Wrightsell Progressing on Load Management; Bethea Recovering From Foot Surgery

The Crimson Tide is prioritizing veteran health to stabilize a reworked guard rotation before preseason tuneups.

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Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. (3) celebrates after making a basket during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena.
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Overview

  • Nate Oats said Latrell Wrightsell Jr. has been limited in practice on a load management plan and has participated in some live work.
  • Oats described Wrightsell as being on schedule in his rehab and a vocal leader expected to take on a prominent role once healthier.
  • Wrightsell missed last season after tearing his Achilles at the 2024 Players Era Festival following a 2023–24 campaign shooting 44.7% from three.
  • Miami transfer Jalil Bethea sustained a left foot injury in September that required surgery, and Oats said the team hopes he returns soon.
  • Alabama has exhibitions Oct. 16 against Florida State in Birmingham and Oct. 26 against Furman, then opens Nov. 3 versus North Dakota at Coleman Coliseum.