Alabama men's basketball coach Nate Oats led the team to their first-ever Final Four appearance, defeating Clemson.

Alabama men's basketball coach Nate Oats led his team to their first-ever Final Four appearance, winning four straight games including an 89-82 victory over Clemson. Oats sought advice from renowned football coach Nick Saban and other coaches, which helped turn around the team's fortunes. The Crimson Tide will now face defending national champion University of Connecticut in the national semifinals.