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Alabama's Backcourt Stepping Up To Lead Defensive Improvement
- Alabama rides an eight-game win streak as it heads toward March, with defense improving noticeably.
- Backcourt defense has sparked improvement, with Wrightsell contributing after returning from injury.
- Oats notes players improved defense led to February wins and a step toward a top-20 mark.
- Holloway and Philon have shown improved effort on defense as health improves.
- Oats emphasizes effort and intensity as keys to defensive growth and postseason potential.
- Wrightsell's production, including 13 steals in 11 games, reflects added defensive impact since return.
- Upcoming rematches against Georgia and Auburn test Alabama's defensive progress against high-offense teams.
- Coach emphasizing the need for a top-20 defense as a hallmark of March success.
- Defensive improvements reflected across multiple metrics, prompting confidence in postseason potential.
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