Shade also shed light on the quarterback position as the Bulldogs continue spring practice.
The Bulldogs will head to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014.
The Bulldogs beat Alabama State, 51-43, giving the program its first SWAC title.
Amari Allen added 20 points and 11 boards in the win.
The Crimson Tide will enter the Iron Bowl with a 9-2 record.
The freshman guard went 5-5 from behind the arc in the 112-66 win.
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Tigers locker room reacts to Final Four loss to the Gators.