Nick Saban has helped out the Alabama basketball program before. Ahead of last season’s Final Four run, he spoke to the team, giving a speech that Oats credited with helping the group improve after struggling to end the regular season and SEC tournament.

Alabama is getting ready for their upcoming season as they come off their debut in the Final Four. However, entering preseason camp, there’s a trio of injuries that they’re dealing with. Nate Oats closed his opening comments at his preview press conference on Thursday with updates on three players for the Crimson Tide.

Nate Oats has had to explain to some of his assistants why a lot of basketball recruits want to visit Alabama.