Champions Classic locked in through 2028, keeping college basketball’s 'Blue Bloods' showdown alive
CBS Sports signs 12-year extension with ESPN to broadcast early-season college basketball showcase
The Champions Classic will remain a staple of the college basketball season, with CBS Sports and ESPN agreeing to a 12-year extension to broadcast the early-season showcase.
The first announcement was made during halftime of the 2023 National Championship Game between Kansas and North Carolina on Monday night, with CBS Sports and ESPN signing a new deal to keep the Champions Classic on the air through 2028.
The Champions Classic is an annual college basketball event that features four of the nation's top programs, with Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, and North Carolina participating every year. The event was on ESPN before CBS Sports and ESPN agreed on a deal in 2018.
The Champions Classic is a consistently entertaining event that features some of the best teams in college basketball. The 2023 edition of the event was no different, as the four teams in the field combined for 124 wins and just 20 losses. Duke eventually won the 2023 tournament, defeating Kansas 81-77 in the championship game.
The Champions Classic is considered one of the best early-season events in college basketball. The games are always competitive, and the atmosphere is electric. The fans show up with tons of passion and excitement for the annual event.
The 2023 Champions Classic will be held on November 14th and 15th at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The matchups for the 2023 Champions Classic are as follows:
- Duke vs. Kansas
- Kentucky vs. North Carolina
The Champions Classic is one of the most popular early-season events in college basketball. The games are always competitive, and the atmosphere is electric.
