After Willard exited Maryland to accept the open head coaching position with Villanova, there were reports linking Oats to the Terrapins. However, Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne also refuted the notion that Oats was going anywhere, saying during an appearance on The Will Cain Show, "I could absolutely tell you there's no truth to that."

Head coach Nate Oats, who has helmed two of the Crimson Tide's three Elite Eight appearances in program history, spoke with media Saturday along with Mark Sears and Labaron Philon after the game. The contest closed the book on Alabama's 2024-25 season.

The Maryland Terrapins are looking for a new head coach after Kevin Willard left them for the head-coaching position at Villanova.The Terps are undoubtedly a college basketball "blue blood" so they should have no problem finding a replacement for Willard.