Alabama Star Aden Holloway Arrested on Drug Charges, Likely to Miss March Madness Start

Holloway faces felony drug possession and tax stamp charges after 2.1 pounds of marijuana found in his apartment.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 6:40am

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Alabama basketball star Aden Holloway was arrested on March 15 after authorities executed a search warrant at his Tuscaloosa apartment and found 2.1 pounds of marijuana. Holloway was charged with a Class C felony drug possession charge and failure to affix a tax stamp. He has been removed from campus and is unlikely to be available when Alabama begins its NCAA tournament run.

Why it matters

Holloway is one of the top players in college basketball, averaging 16.8 points and 3.8 assists per game this season. His absence will be a major blow to Alabama's chances of making a deep tournament run and potentially winning the school's first national championship.

The details

According to Holloway's attorney, the marijuana found in his apartment was for personal use only. However, the charges he faces are felonies that carry a maximum sentence of 10 years and a $15,000 fine. Holloway has been removed from campus and will need to have his ban reversed before he can rejoin the team. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for six weeks from now, but the case could take over a year to reach a resolution.

  • On March 15, 2026, authorities executed a search warrant at Holloway's apartment and found the marijuana.
  • Holloway was arrested and charged with felony drug possession and failure to affix a tax stamp.

The players

Aden Holloway

A star guard for the Alabama Crimson Tide basketball team, averaging 16.8 points and 3.8 assists per game this season.

Nate Oats

The head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide basketball team.

Jason Neff

Aden Holloway's attorney.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.