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Alabama Basketball: Nate Oats used a shorter bench for a winning result

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Alabama basketball coach, Nate Oats used fewer players in the win over UNLV as Tide moves forward in Maui Classic.

For Alabama basketball, Tuesday’s recipe was the same as Monday night. But, Alabama Crimson Tide, head coach, Nate Oats used fewer ingredients in the win over UNLV.

Going into the season it was believed a deep bench might be Oats’ strongest weapon. The Tide bench is deep with more talent in support roles than has been available for many seasons. A scorching pace of play is what Oats seeks, making a bench full of fresh talent important.