The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, in collaboration with key investors including Explore Western Mass, Springfield Business Improvement District, UMass, and the MassMutual Center, is proud to announce the the 2025 MGM Springfield Basketball Hall of Fame Classic presented by USA Waste & Recycling. The annual showcase will take place on Wednesday, December 10.

Game Lineup: 

• UMass vs. Boston College – First matchup since 2014! 7:00 PM (ESPNU)

• Yale vs. UAlbany – Battle of top-tier Northeast programs - 4:30 PM (ESPNU)

From the Coaches 

“This is a first-class event and gives us the opportunity to play against a quality opponent like UMass in the birthplace of basketball.” 

— Earl Grant, Head Coach, Boston College 

“This in-state matchup against BC will be great for basketball in our state and New England.” 

— Frank Martin, Head Coach, UMass 

“Competing in Springfield—where the game was born—will be a special moment for our players.” 

— Dwayne Killings, Head Coach, UAlbany 

“We’re excited to play a quality opponent in a tremendous basketball venue.” 

— James Jones, Head Coach, Yale