Alabama's inconsistent defense raises NCAA Tournament concerns

The Alabama Crimson Tide, a top contender for the NCAA Tournament, faced criticism for their inconsistent defense. They defeated Kentucky in their first matchup but lost to Florida in the SEC semifinals, where Florida scored over 100 points. Head coach Nate Oats acknowledged the team's lack of toughness in the loss to Florida. Analyst Rob Dauster also pointed out Alabama's struggle with consistent toughness, which could impact their performance in the tournament. Despite being a No. 2 seed, Alabama's chances in the tournament may be limited if they do not improve their defense and overall toughness.