Amari Allen's return to Alabama basketball isn't out of the question

ESPN currently lists Allen as pick No. 32 in its updating big board, which would make the Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin native a second-round pick.

Allen said Alabama has told him he would "have the ball in his hands a lot" with additional reps as a point guard and ball-screen playmaker.

Labaron Philon Jr.'s draft decision appears clear. A return for Aden Holloway isn't guaranteed as he and the Crimson Tide wait out the trial for his marijuana arrest. Although Alabama's incoming class of student-athletes ranks No. 13 overall, none are guards.

As a rookie, Allen averaged 11.4 points and 3.1 assists per game while leading the Crimson Tide's rebounding efforts with an average 6.9 boards through 32 contests and 24 starts.

A comeback for Allen may come with the keys to Alabama's offense, and his decision has to be made by the NBA draft withdrawal deadline of 10:59 p.m. CT on May 27.

Emilee Smarr covers Alabama basketball and Crimson Tide athletics for The Tuscaloosa News. She can be reached via email at esmarr@usatodayco.com.

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