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Judge Allows Bediako to Play Amid NCAA Eligibility Battle

2/1/2026

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A Tuscaloosa judge granted a temporary restraining order allowing Alabama center Charles Bediako to play while his NCAA eligibility case is pending.
Charles Bediako averages 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Alabama faces Florida, which has won four straight matchups, in a game set for Sunday in Gainesville, Florida.
Florida coach Todd Golden expressed confidence that his team will win regardless of Bediako's presence.
Florida players questioned the fairness of Bediako's return after leaving for the NBA draft.

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A Tuscaloosa judge granted a temporary restraining order allowing Alabama center Charles Bediako to play while his NCAA eligibility case is pending.
Charles Bediako averages 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Alabama faces Florida, which has won four straight matchups, in a game set for Sunday in Gainesville, Florida.
Florida coach Todd Golden expressed confidence that his team will win regardless of Bediako's presence.
Florida players questioned the fairness of Bediako's return after leaving for the NBA draft.