Labaron Philon Jr. - College Basketball News & Rumors

Holloway's career-high 26 points lead No. 14 Alabama over Yale, 102-78

Aden Holloway scored a career-high 26 points and handed out seven assists as No. 14 Alabama defeated Yale 102-78

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Expected back Saturday Philon (leg) is expected to be available for Saturday's game against Kentucky, Emilee Smarr of The Tuscaloosa News reports.

Impact Philon, who sat out during Monday's 102-78 win over Yale, is expected to make his return against the Wildcats this weekend. The 6-foot-4 sophomore is off to a stellar start this season, averaging 21.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.4 steals across 12 starts. Philon and the Crimson Tide will look to pick up a crucial win over Kentucky this weekend.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Yale Philon is out for Monday's game against Yale due to a minor thigh/groin injury, Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com reports.

Impact Losing Philon is absolutely huge for Alabama, as he's been their bets player by a wide margin this season. Philon is averaging 21.9 points, 5.6 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game this season. In his absence, look for Latrell Wrightsell to play more minutes in the backcourt, though Houston Mallette could also see an uptick in playing time.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 14 Alabama hosts Yale after Sherrell's 21-point game

No. 14 Alabama takes on the Yale Bulldogs after Aiden Sherrell scored 21 points in Alabama's 92-81 victory against the Kennesaw State Owls

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 14 Alabama plays Yale following Sherrell's 21-point game

No. 14 Alabama plays the Yale Bulldogs after Aiden Sherrell scored 21 points in Alabama's 92-81 victory against the Kennesaw State Owls

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

College Basketball Rankings: Casey Jacobsen Welcomes Kentucky Back, Top 3 Unchanged

FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares the latest edition of his college basketball rankings, with Michigan continuing to lead the way.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

College Basketball Rankings: Casey Jacobsen Welcomes Kentucky Back, Top 3 Unchanged

Aiden Sherrell scores career-high 21 to lead No. 16 Alabama past Kennesaw State 92-81

Aiden Sherrell scored a career-high 21 points to lead No. 16 Alabama to a 92-81 victory over Kennesaw State

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 16 Alabama Crimson Tide and the Kennesaw State Owls play in Huntsville, Alabama

The No. 16 Alabama Crimson Tide take on the Kennesaw State Owls at Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 16 Alabama Crimson Tide play the Kennesaw State Owls

The No. 16 Alabama Crimson Tide take on the Kennesaw State Owls at Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Labaron Philon, Aden Holloway power No. 16 Alabama past South Florida 104-93

Labaron Philon tied a career-high 29 points, Aden Holloway added 24 and No. 16 Alabama handled South Florida 104-93

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Dials up 29 again Philon closed Wednesday's 104-93 win over South Florida with 29 points (10-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one block across 31 minutes.

Impact Philon stretch his 20-point scoring streak to five games. In that scoring spree, he has converted 57.1 percent from the field and 50 percent of his 3-pointers. The sophomore guard leads the SEC with 22.4 points and adds 5.5 assists and 3.7 rebounds. The Tide have two more non-conference games against Kennesaw State (Sunday) and Yale (Dec. 29).

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

South Florida visits Philon and No. 16 Alabama

No. 16 Alabama takes on the South Florida Bulls after Labaron Philon scored 24 points in Alabama's 96-75 loss to the Arizona Wildcats

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

South Florida visits No. 16 Alabama after Pinion's 21-point outing

South Florida visits the No. 16 Alabama Crimson Tide after Joseph Pinion scored 21 points in the Bulls' 81-75 win over the Charleston (SC) Cougars

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Burries scores 28 points as No. 1 Arizona rallies from halftime deficit to beat No. 12 Alabama 96-75

Brayden Burries scored 28 points, 20 of those coming during a 14-minute second-half flurry, and No. 1 Arizona rallied to beat No. 12 Alabama 96-75

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Puts up first double-double Philon had 24 points (7-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-10 FT), a season-high 10 rebounds, five assists and one block in 34 minutes during Saturday's 96-75 loss to Arizona.

Impact Philon has contributed 17 rebounds in his last two games. He has scored at least 20 points in his last four contests and has hit that plateau eight times through 10 games. He leads the SEC with 21.7 points and is third in the conference with 5.4 assists. Philon and the Wildcats have three more non-conference games starting on Wednesday against South Florida.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 12 Alabama Crimson Tide and the No. 1 Arizona Wildcats meet in Birmingham, Alabama

The No. 12 Alabama Crimson Tide take on the No. 1 Arizona Wildcats at Legacy Arena at BJCC in Birmingham, Alabama

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Jalil Bethea scores 21 points to lead No. 12 Alabama past UTSA 97-55

Jalil Bethea scored 21 points to lead No. 12 Alabama past UTSA 97-55

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 20, dishes six assists Philon posted 20 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), a season-high seven rebounds, six assists and four steals in 22 minutes during Sunday's 97-55 victory over UTSA.

Impact Philon has scored at least 20 points in his last three games and has topped that plateau seven times in nine games. He continues to score efficiently and is converting 56.6 percent of his field goals on his way to 20.4 points to go along with 5.4 assists. Philon will be challenged by the Arizona defense next Saturday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UTSA visits No. 12 Alabama after Philon's 29-point outing

No. 12 Alabama hosts the UTSA Roadrunners after Labaron Philon scored 29 points in Alabama's 90-84 win against the Clemson Tigers

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Nate Oats Reveals 'Challenge' Assigned to Labaron Philon Jr. This Season The Alabama head coach believes his Preseason All-SEC First Team sophomore guard is "capable of being an elite defender."

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Labaron Philon scores 29 points and propels No. 12 Alabama past Clemson 90-84 in ACC/SEC

Labaron Philon tied his career high with 29 points, Amari Allen added 20 points and 11 rebounds and No. 12 Alabama beat Clemson 90-84 in the ACC/SEC Challenge on Wednesday night

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads with 29 points Philon finished Wednesday's 90-84 victory over Clemson with 29 points (9-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), one rebound and three assists over 33 minutes.

Impact Philon did not let the absence of Aden Holloway (wrist) slow him down. He scored 29 points for the second time this season and now has six 20-point games. The 6-4 sophomore is second in the SEC with 21.6 points and 5.4 assists. He has hit at least half of his shots in five straight games.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 12 Alabama takes on Clemson following Philon's 20-point outing

No. 12 Alabama takes on the Clemson Tigers after Labaron Philon scored 20 points in Alabama's 105-72 win against the Maryland Terrapins

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Clemson visits Philon and No. 12 Alabama

No. 12 Alabama hosts the Clemson Tigers after Labaron Philon scored 20 points in Alabama's 105-72 victory over the Maryland Terrapins

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 8 Alabama races past Maryland 105-72 to close Players Era tourney

Labaron Philon scored 20 points, Aden Holloway added 17 points and a career-high 10 assists and No. 8 Alabama beat Maryland 105-72 on Wednesday night in a consolation game of the P...

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

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