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A judge denied Charles Bediako's request for an injunction pending appeal of his eligibility ruling, effectively preventing a return to Alabama this season. Bediako last played Feb. 7 vs. Auburn and sought relief to rejoin the Crimson Tide, while coach Nate Oats defended his decision. Alabama sits at 20-7 overall and 10-4 in the SEC and will face Mississippi State without him as his eligibility case remains unresolved.
A Tuscaloosa County judge denied Alabama center Charles Bediako’s injunction against the NCAA, ending his eligibility for the remainder of the 2025-26 season after he played five games under a temporary restraining order; the ruling comes after the NCAA deemed him ineligible, meaning Alabama will play without him going forward, despite a five-game stretch in which he averaged 10.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks.
A judge has ruled that Alabama's 7-foot center Charles Bediako is ineligible to play for the Crimson Tide, removing him from competition and impacting the team's roster.
An Alabama circuit judge denied Charles Bediako's motion for a preliminary injunction, ending the 7-foot center’s collegiate eligibility and his season with the Crimson Tide after he joined Alabama mid-season under a temporary restraining order amid questions about his eligibility. The 23-year-old had averaged 10 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in five games; NCAA President Charlie Baker said the court upheld the rules, and Alabama coach Nate Oats noted Bediako would stay on scholarship while pursuing a degree.
At Charles Bediako's eligibility hearing, NCAA lawyers argued granting him eligibility could set a broader precedent, using a hypothetical where Ty Simpson—who entered the 2026 NFL Draft—could return to college via transfer if unhappy with his draft position, amid reports of a $4 million NIL offer from Tennessee. The argument underscores preserving NCAA rules as Alabama prepares for the Friday game against Auburn, with support from SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey.
During a Florida vs. Alabama game, Florida fans near the free-throw line shouted 'G League dropout' at Alabama center Charles Bediako, highlighting his NBA/G League path. Bediako has argued he should be eligible to return to Alabama under NCAA amateur-status rules after stints with the Spurs’ system and a G League contract, prompting legal action when the NCAA initially ruled him ineligible; a temporary restraining order allowed him to play while the case progressed.
The NCAA won a bid to have Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court Judge James Roberts recused from the Charles Bediako case over concerns about impartiality tied to his Alabama ties; Bediako’s lawyers did not oppose the move and stressed the court’s fairness, while a new Tuscaloosa County judge will be assigned to reschedule the injunction hearing as the eligibility dispute continues following a TRO extension.
The NCAA has filed a motion seeking Tuscaloosa Circuit Court Judge James Roberts, who is listed as an Alabama donor, to recuse himself from the Charles Bediako eligibility lawsuit after Roberts previously granted 10-day TROs; no ruling or new hearing date has been set, while Bediako has debuted for Alabama and the team faces upcoming games.
A Tuscaloosa judge extended Charles Bediako's temporary restraining order by 10 days, allowing the Alabama center to continue playing while his NCAA eligibility petition is resolved; the hearing was postponed to early February with no new date set, and Alabama has two key games in that window as coach Nate Oats supports the decision.
A Tuscaloosa judge granted a temporary restraining order allowing former Alabama center Charles Bediako to join the Crimson Tide again despite NCAA ineligibility tied to his NBA contract and G League play, as an injunction hearing looms and the case raises questions about the NCAA’s ability to enforce its rules.
No. 17 Alabama plans to start 7-foot center Charles Bediako, who turned pro in 2023, in a key matchup against Tennessee.
A Tuscaloosa County judge with notable Alabama ties ruled Charles Bediako immediately eligible to play for Alabama after leaving for the NBA draft, a decision that comes as he sues the NCAA to reinstate remaining college eligibility. The ruling raises ethics questions because the judge and his wife are connected to Alabama athletics and a related murder case defense, prompting scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest in NCAA eligibility disputes.
Alabama men's basketball team faces Arizona in a neutral-site game, continuing their tough nonconference schedule. Alabama's offense is potent due to their fast pace and emphasis on 3-point shooting, while their defense has been a liability. The team has faced challenges with chemistry due to many new faces and injuries. Former Alabama guard Jaden Bradley is now a key player for Arizona. The score prediction favors Arizona with a final score of 88-81.
Alabama basketball is traveling to Canada to play Purdue as part of a scheduled game that was initially intended to showcase the matchup between Ontario natives and top big men Zach Edey and Charles Bediako. However, Bediako left for the NBA, and Edey remains a formidable player for Purdue. The game presents a tough challenge for Alabama, as Purdue is ranked No. 4 nationally and has been performing well. The trip to Canada also poses logistical challenges for Alabama's basketball operations, but the team is excited about the opportunity to play in a different venue.
The San Antonio Spurs signed two undrafted free agents, Sir’Jabari Rice and Charles Bediako, after the NBA draft. Rice, a guard from the University of Texas, signed a two-way contract and will fill one of San Antonio’s three two-way slots. Bediako, a center from the University of Alabama, signed on as a training camp invite. Rice is an effective off-ball scorer and strong defender, while Bediako is a rim running big who excels on the defensive end. Both players will likely play with the Summer League squad and have their work cut out for them to earn opportunities on a crowded roster.