Jarin Stevenson commits to Alabama

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Posted on Wednesday, Jun. 21, 2023, 7:59 pm

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By Jerry Ratcliffe

Photo: The Fayetteville Observer

Jarin Stevenson, the nation’s top-ranked power forward, has committed to Alabama. He chose the Crimson Tide over North Carolina and Virginia.

The 6-foot-10, 5-star from Pittsboro, N.C., surprised many observers that predicted Stevenson would choose nearby UNC, only 15 miles from his home. Stevenson said that he really liked Alabama’s NBA-style offense, which would allow him to show his skill as a stretch-four type player with a perimeter shot.

Stevenson also expressed a desire for early playing time, which is more available to him as a freshman at ‘Bama than likely at Carolina or Virginia, which has experienced players at his position.