Is Alabama Basketball's Fast-Paced Offense Still the Nation's Best?
The 2025-26 season's KenPom rankings have arrived, and Alabama basketball finds itself ranked 23rd, according to Ken Pomeroy. Despite a strong finish in the 2025 season, the Crimson Tide's offense is still projected to be the nation's fastest, with an adjusted tempo of 76.3. However, the loss of key players like Chris Youngblood and Mark Sears has impacted their offensive rating, which now sits at 117.1, ranking 16th.
The SEC powerhouse is still among the top five ranked SEC teams, but the question remains: can they maintain their high-octane offense without their top sharpshooters?
Alabama's non-conference schedule, crafted by head coach Nate Oats, presents numerous opportunities to climb the rankings early on. Showdowns against ranked opponents like St. John's, Purdue, Illinois, Gonzaga, and Arizona will test the team's mettle and could significantly impact their season.
The full top 25 rankings, as predicted by KenPom, are as follows:
- Houston
- Florida
- Purdue
- Kentucky
- Connecticut
- Illinois
- Duke
- Gonzaga
- Tennessee
- UCLA
- Michigan
- Texas Tech
- Iowa State
- Louisville
- Arizona
- St. John's
- Baylor
- BYU
- Vanderbilt
- Wisconsin
- Kansas
- USC
- Alabama
- Ole Miss
- Michigan State
With a challenging season ahead, Alabama basketball fans will be eager to see how the team adapts and performs under the leadership of Nate Oats. Will they maintain their high-speed offense and secure a top-tier ranking? Only time will tell. Stay tuned for more updates as the season unfolds!
