Grant Nelson injury update: Alabama star's status revealed for Mississippi State game

Alabama forward Grant Nelson is listed as probable for Tuesday evening’s game against Mississippi State, according to the SEC injury report. He is a starter for the Crimson Tide averaging 12.2 points and 7.9 rebounds per game.

Nelson has not missed a game all season, so his appearance on the injury report is somewhat concerning. That said, while he might be a bit banged up, it isn’t likely to keep him out against the Bulldogs.

The senior is coming off of a rough outing against Kentucky on Saturday, playing only 15 minutes due to foul trouble and finishing with five points and three rebounds. He is in his second season at Alabama after transferring from North Dakota State ahead of the 2023-24 season.

The Crimson Tide defeated the Wildcats over the weekend to snap a two-game losing streak. Mark Sears led the scoring effort in that one to finish with 30 points on 8-of-17 shooting along with four assists and four rebounds.

With four games remaining in the regular season, Alabama is still in contention to get a No. 1 seed. That in mind, it will need a healthy Nelson down the stretch as it will take on a top 25 opponent in every game from here on out.

He’ll look to bounce back when the contest vs. Mississippi State tips off at 8 p.m. CT in Tuscaloosa.