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Former Alabama C Charles Bediako, who last played in 2023, sues NCAA for immediate eligibility

January 21, 2026

Former Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking immediate reinstatement to play for the Crimson Tide during the 2025-26 season. This legal action follows the denial of the school's appeal for his eligibility after he previously participated in the NBA Draft and played in the G League.

Former Alabama C Charles Bediako, who last played in 2023, sues NCAA for immediate eligibility

Credit: Charles Bediako would be the first ever player to be granted NCAA eligibility after signing a two-way contract in the NBA. (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

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Bediako last played for Alabama in the 2022-23 season.
He has been competing in the G League after going undrafted in the NBA.
The lawsuit was filed in Tuscaloosa Circuit Court on January 20, 2026.
Bediako cites recent eligibility approvals for other G League players in his complaint.
He aims to be the first player granted NCAA eligibility after signing a two-way NBA contract.

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Former Alabama C Charles Bediako, who last played in 2023, sues NCAA for immediate eligibility

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