Who is Grant Nelson? Meet Alabama's March Madness star who exploded in the Sweet 16
Alabama isn’t in the Elite Eight — and perhaps beyond — by any fluke.
The No. 4 seed in 2024 March Madness has the talent to win a national title, and that includes big man Grant Nelson, who poured in 24 points to go with 12 rebounds and five blocks to upset No. 1 North Carolina in the Sweet 16.
So: who is Nelson? Good question!
He’s a North Dakota native, specifically from Devils Lake. He played for North Dakota State for three years, and the 6-foot-11, 230-pound junior decided to transfer to Alabama, perhaps with an eye on getting some attention in the NBA Draft — he had thrown his name in 2023 but ultimately withdrew to transfer.
THE GRANT NELSON GAME. #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/IRhhaFQfCz
— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) March 29, 2024
Grant Nelson is a pro. You just can't teach this versatility and all around game at 6'11. Major upside.
@PDTScouting pic.twitter.com/Hjl5pBkyS2
— Ball Don't Stop (@balldontstop) March 29, 2024
"Charles Barkley called us frail. I don't think [Grant Nelson] was frail tonight." – Alabama HC Nate Oats #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/YEKmvdcrNp
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) March 29, 2024