Alabama advances to Sweet 16 with Dioubate's contributions

Mouhamed Dioubate is making a big impact for the Alabama Crimson Tide in the NCAA tournament. He played well off the bench in Alabama's recent win over Saint Mary's, helping secure an 80-66 victory in the second round. Teammates praised Dioubate's contributions. Aden Holloway said, “Mo has been a key to our winning success all season.” They rely on him not just for scoring, but also for rebounds and tough plays. Dioubate scored 10 points and grabbed 5 rebounds in just 15 minutes of play. He had an impressive performance against Robert Morris earlier, where he scored 18 points and collected 10 rebounds. This season, Dioubate has a shooting percentage of 62.3% from the field, averaging 6.1 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game. Holloway highlighted his toughness and ability to hit important shots. Dioubate helped Alabama win the rebounding battle against Saint Mary's, which was crucial to their victory. The team is heading to Newark to face BYU in the Sweet 16 on Thursday. Dioubate, originally from Queens, New York, is excited to play close to home, especially since his father will finally see him play this season. Head coach Nate Oats knows Alabama has tough matchups ahead. He emphasized the need to be ready for strong teams like BYU. Dioubate's continued performance will be important for Alabama as they advance in the tournament.