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Grant wanted to wait? Seems like he wanted out.Bill Battle could see the negativity building as Alabama's basketball season took a southern turn. A strong non-conference start was followed by a rough patch in SEC play.
Restless fans were calling for Anthony Grant's head, but Alabama's athletics director wasn't ready to pull the trigger. Appearing on Paul Finebaum's radio and television show Thursday afternoon, Battle explained the process that eventually led to Grant's firing March 15.
Battle said he met with Grant after a 3-5 January in SEC play to stem the unpleasant vibes. Battle suggested making announcement saying Grant would return for next season. Grant said they should hold off on any such proclamation at that point.