The Crimson Tide have consistently brought in top-15 ranked classes in basketball since Oats has been in charge, with a specific highlight on the 2022 class that was considered the No. 4 class in the nation.
ESPN on-air personality and co-host of Pardon The Interruption along with Tony Kornheiser has predicted the Iona Gaels to upset the Crimson Tide in their first round matchup on Saturday afternoon.