re: I am extremely proud of this Alabama basketball team.

I wouldn't call it disturbing. Tempering expectations maybe. Despite some pretty poor records, there's no question the SEC was a much improved league from top to bottom this year compared to the last few years. Grant was at Alabama in years the league hit absolute rock bottom. Even the cellar dwellers this year with the possible exception of Mizzou all had stretches where they showed a pulse. Bama did fade this year but it was against a markedly improved league.

We'll have a more talented and skilled team overall next year but the one glaring issue will be replacing Obasahon's production. For that reason alone, we may have to suffer one more lean year next year before taking off.