Men's Basketball Signs Anderson Diaz to its 2026-27 Roster
7/14/2026 10:29:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide adds to its top-five recruiting class
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Head coach Nate Oats announced the addition of Anderson Diaz to Alabama's roster for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Diaz joins an incoming freshmen class that includes Tarris Bouie, Jaxon Richardson and Qayden Samuels.
Anderson Diaz | G | 6-1 | Bronx. N.Y. (Overtime Elite)
- A four-star recruit and the No. 2 player from the state of New York according to ESPN
- Ranked as the No. 6 point guard in the country by 247Sports
- Averaged 17.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 7.0 assists for the Cold Hearts in Overtime EliteÂ
- Averaged 20.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists on the Nike EYBL Circuit for the NY Rens
Nate Oats on Anderson Diaz:
"Anderson Diaz is a very dynamic playmaker that has the ability to extend the court with his three-point range while being able to break down the defense and get paint touches at any moment of the game. With a 6'6" wingspan, he has quick hands combined with great instincts that gives him the tools to be an elite defender. Combine that with his ability to create for others, he will be a great addition to our backcourt. We are excited to have him at Alabama."Â
2026 NLI Signing Class Notes
- Rated as the No. 4 freshmen signing class, according to On3Â
- Fifth consecutive top-15 signing class for head coach Nate Oats since arriving on campus
- First time in program history UA has had five straight top-15 signing classesÂ
- Third straight season Alabama has had a top-six signing class
