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Bediako's Eligibility Drama: Alabama Faces Missouri
28 Jan
Summary
- Charles Bediako's eligibility was extended by 10 days due to a hearing postponement.
- Alabama lost two consecutive home games to unranked conference opponents.
- Missouri won its last game with a dramatic overtime-forcing buzzer-beater.

No. 23 Alabama is set to play its seventh SEC game at home against Missouri on Tuesday, January 17. The Crimson Tide is looking for a vital win, especially after dropping their last two home games to unranked opponents, Texas and Tennessee. A significant development for Alabama is that center Charles Bediako has been granted an additional 10 days of eligibility. His injunction hearing was postponed due to weather, allowing him to play against the Tigers.
Missouri enters this matchup with considerable momentum, having recently defeated Oklahoma in overtime. Their last game featured an overtime-forcing buzzer-beater and a game-winning shot as time expired. Alabama, which lost its previous encounter with Missouri despite a strong performance from Mark Sears, will need to improve its defensive effort. The availability of several Alabama players, including Amari Allen, has been impacted by injuries, though coach Nate Oats expressed optimism about their recovery.




