Another former professional basketball player has gone back to school. Charles Bediako, who has already spent multiple seasons in the G League, played in his first game back with Alabama during their 79-73 loss against Tennessee on Saturday night.

Alabama center Charles Bediako officially became the first player with college experience to sign an NBA contract and return to college basketball after he checked in during the Crimson Tide's clash with Tennessee on Saturday.

Alabama coach Nate Oats was pretty straightforward regarding Charles Bediako. “Since the NCAA has already allowed professionals to play … you tell me how I’m supposed to not support Charles and the team when he’s been told he’s able to play?

Tom Izzo and Todd Golden took aim at eligibility with Charles Bediako return to Alabama, mention hypocrisy of some coaches bringing back pros.

For the first time since the 2023 Sweet 16, former pro Charles Bediako will take the floor with Alabama. Score updates as the Tide takes on Tennessee.

Charles Bediako has barely unpacked his bags, and he’s already making history again at Alabama. Less than 24 hours after being officially added back to the Crimson Tide roster, the SEC office has named Bediako as the Scholar-Athlete of the Week.