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Alabama Edges Auburn 96-92 as Bediako Plays Under Court Order

A pending court ruling on the center’s eligibility could quickly reshape Alabama’s rotation.

Overview

  • Labaron Philon Jr. led Alabama with 25 points, six assists and five rebounds in the road win at Neville Arena.
  • Charles Bediako scored 12 points on 5-for-5 shooting in 22 minutes while allowed to play under a temporary restraining order, with a judge expected to rule soon on his status.
  • Aden Holloway finished with 15 points and sealed the game with late buckets, including a four-point play, as Alabama overcame a 10-point deficit.
  • The victory moved the Crimson Tide to 16-7 overall and 6-4 in SEC play, while Auburn fell to 14-9 and 5-5 in the league.
  • Latrell Wrightsell Jr. exited with a right knee injury and did not return, and Taylor Bol Bowen was cleared to play after a one-game absence as Auburn fans targeted Bediako with “G League dropout” chants.