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High school basketball playoffs are nearly upon us. Most schools have started or will begin league playoffs in the coming weeks, with the hopes of making a state final appearance. Some unexpected teams are on the rise,

The Alabama high school basketball season is officially into the postseason as area tournaments kick off around the state. Area tournaments can get started on Thursday and go through Wednesday for Class 1A-6A. Class 7A, with its lack of sub regional play, gets its area tournaments start on Feb.5 and goes through the 8th.