University of Alabama center Charles Bediako's NCAA career has again come to an end. A Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court judge ruled that Bediako is not eligible to play for the Crimson Tide, under NCAA rules.

"Common sense won a round today," NCAA president Charlie Baker said. "The court saw this for what it is: an attempt by professionals to pivot back to college and crowd out the next generation of students. College sports are for students, not for people who already walked away to go pro and now want to hit the 'undo' button at the expense of a teenager's dream. While we're glad the court upheld the rules our members actually want, one win doesn't fix the national mess of state laws. It's time for Congress to stop watching from the sidelines and help us provide some actual stability."

Bediako left Alabama following the 2022-23 season as an Early Entry Candidate for the 2023 NBA Draft. He then signed contracts over the past three years with the San Antonio Spurs, Denver Nuggets and Detroit Pistons. Over that three-season period, the 6-foot-11 center did not appear in an NBA game, but played in 83 G League games. That included 16 G League games earlier this season, before returning to the Crimson Tide.

Bediako appeared in five games for Alabama, while a temporary injunction gave him eligibility. He averaged 10 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in those five games.