Emilee Smarr, Tuscaloosa NewsTue, February 10, 2026 at 2:39 AM UTC·1 min readCharles Bediako's eligibility was up in the air as Alabama basketball's game at Ole Miss neared. However, a decision has been made on the G-League veteran's future.
The Tuscaloosa Circuit Court ruled against Bediako's request for a temporary injunction on Monday, Feb. 9, dissolving the temporary restraining order that allowed him to compete in games against Tennessee, Missouri, Florida, Texas A&M and Auburn.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAs a result of the ruling by Judge Daniel Pruet, Bediako will not be able to play against the Rebels at 6 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Feb. 11.
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In his brief second stint with Alabama, Bediako finished averaging 10 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.
Bediako, who went unselected in the 2023 NBA Draft, signed his most recent Exhibit 10 contract with the Detroit Pistons.
Remaining options at the five position in Alabama's frontcourt include Aiden Sherrell, who started in each game at center before Bediako's arrival, and Bucknell transfer Noah Williamson.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementEmilee Smarr covers Alabama basketball and Crimson Tide athletics for The Tuscaloosa News. She can be reached via email at [email protected].
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