A.J. Dybantsa, the top recruit in the country, has decided to pursue a path other than Alabama basketball; however, the Crimson Tide’s future remains bright with their 2025 recruiting class. Head coach Nate Oats has successfully secured three promising commitments: small forwards Amari Allen and London Jemison, along with guard Davion Hannah, all of whom have announced their plans to join the Alabama team.
Although none of the new recruits are rated as five-star prospects, the Crimson Tide’s recruiting class has maintained a strong presence, currently sitting at No. 7 in the On3 Industry Rankings despite early competition from other teams. Notably, Labaron Philon, a freshman who has already been named SEC Freshman of the Week three times, serves as a reminder that star ratings do not define a player’s potential. Both Allen, Jemison, and Hannah are stepping up their game, showing that Alabama continues to attract talent that can thrive in college basketball.
Here’s a closer look at the performance of Alabama’s 2025 commits during their final season of high school basketball:
**Amari Allen**, playing for Ashwaubenon, holds the rank of No. 65 in the country, No. 13 in his position, and No. 2 in Wisconsin. Back in his home state after a successful stint at IMG Academy, the 6-foot-7 senior is having an impressive season, averaging an extraordinary 33.2 points per game on over 46% shooting from three-point range. He also contributes an average of 9.6 rebounds, 7.5 assists, and 3.1 steals per game, demonstrating his well-rounded skill set.
**London Jemison** of St. Thomas More ranked No. 37 nationally, is notable for his ability to score. He is averaging 27 points and six rebounds per game in the Zero Gravity Prep Classic while hitting nearly 50% of his shots from distance. His growth as a shooter has caught the eye of 247Sports, which labeled him as one of the top prospects making strides in the recruiting class.
**Davion Hannah** from Link Academy ranks No. 36 in the country. His team started the season ranked No. 1 by ESPN, and though it currently stands at 4-2, Hannah has proven himself as a valuable player. His season highlights include impactful games against top programs, positioning him on the Naismith Boys High School Player of the Year watchlist thanks to his impressive stats.
In conclusion, while losing the top recruit is a setback, Alabama basketball’s recruiting efforts under Coach Oats indicate that they remain a formidable presence. The recruitment of dedicated youngsters like Allen, Jemison, and Hannah showcases not only their talent but also the promising future of the Crimson Tide program within collegiate basketball. With their strong performance at the high school level, fans have every reason to remain optimistic about the upcoming seasons.