Latrell Wrightsell Jr. Receives Medical Redshirt to Return for Alabama

Latrell Wrightsell Jr. receives medical redshirt to return for Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Latrell Wrightsell Jr. has been granted a medical redshirt to return to Alabama for the 2025-26 season, Yea Alabama announced Monday.

Alabama star gets medical redshirt approved

Latrell Wrightsell Jr. only played in eight games this past season for Alabama basketball before he sustained an Achilles injury.

Latrell Wrightsell Jr. Granted Medical Redshirt for 2025-26

Latrell Wrightsell Jr. has received approval for a medical redshirt, allowing him to return for the 2025-26 season at Alabama. After suffering an Achilles injury that limited him to just eight games and an average of 11.5 points per game last season, this decision marks a crucial moment for his basketball career. Coach Nate Oats had previously indicated this outcome, but Wrightsell was anxious until it was officially confirmed. He aims to have a…