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Alabama Center Charles Bediako's Attorneys Request Hearing Delay
Preliminary injunction hearing set for Friday has been pushed back to mid-February.
Feb. 4, 2026 at 11:07am
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The legal team for Alabama basketball center Charles Bediako has filed a motion in Tuscaloosa County court to postpone Friday's preliminary injunction hearing to February 16-18, according to reports. This would mark the second delay in the hearing, which was originally scheduled for January 27.
Why it matters
The preliminary injunction hearing is a key step in Bediako's legal case, which could have significant implications for his eligibility and the Alabama basketball team's season. Delays in the legal proceedings could impact Bediako's availability and the team's preparation.
The details
Bediako's attorneys have requested the hearing be pushed back from this Friday, February 4, to February 16-18. This would mark the second delay in the proceedings, which were originally scheduled for January 27 before being postponed. The nature of the legal case and specific reasons for the delay requests have not been made public.
- The preliminary injunction hearing was originally scheduled for January 27.
- The hearing was then postponed and rescheduled for February 4.
- On February 1, Bediako's attorneys filed a motion to delay the hearing to February 16-18.
The players
Charles Bediako
A center on the Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team.
Tuscaloosa County Court
The local court system where Bediako's legal case is being heard.
What they’re saying
“This would be the second delay in the hearing originally scheduled for Jan. 27.”
— Mike Rodak, CBS Sports Reporter
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide whether to grant the requested delay and reschedule the preliminary injunction hearing to February 16-18.
The takeaway
This latest delay in the legal proceedings surrounding Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako highlights the complex and evolving nature of the case, which could have significant impacts on the team's season depending on the ultimate outcome.
