Wisconsin's Braeden Carrington stays eligible after injunction | Reports

Wisconsin men's basketball star Braeden Carrington has secured a crucial victory in his legal battle for a fifth season of eligibility, according to recent reports from CBS Sports. A California judge issued an injunction on October 20, which allows Carrington and other plaintiffs to remain eligible for the 2026-27 college basketball season, despite the NCAA's ongoing appeals.

The NCAA has consistently challenged such rulings, but the injunction is a significant setback for the organization. Carrington initially became eligible when a temporary restraining order was granted in August, and it's unsurprising that the court would rule in favor of the injunction as well. The NCAA's senior vice president for external affairs, Tim Buckley, stated that they intend to defend their rule, as previous higher courts have sided with them.

Carrington has already practiced with the Badgers and participated in their first two exhibition games of the 2026-27 season, including a 20-point performance against UW-Green Bay. His continued eligibility is a significant boost for the Badgers, who had counted on his contributions. Wisconsin coach Greg Gard had previously acknowledged that the legal proceedings would be a "roller coaster" and expressed readiness to navigate the uncertainty.