2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic 

Presented by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 

📍 MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA 

📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025 

The Matchups Are Set! 

Get ready for a historic night of college basketball in the Birthplace of Basketball—Springfield, Massachusetts. The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is proud to announce the official lineup for the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, featuring top programs and fierce in-state rivalries. 

Game Lineup: 

• UMass vs. Boston College – First matchup since 2014! 

• Yale vs. UAlbany – Battle of top-tier Northeast programs 

This can't-miss showcase is brought to you in partnership with Explore Western Mass, the Springfield Business Improvement District, UMass, and the MassMutual Center. 

🎟️ Tickets on Sale Friday, September 5 

Visit massmutualcenter.com to purchase. 

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 

Broadcast & Game Time Info 

Details about game times, TV coverage, and media credentials will be announced soon. Stay updated at hoophall.com. 

About the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 

Located in Springfield, MA, the Hall of Fame honors the legends of the game and hosts over 70 events annually. Explore 40,000 square feet of basketball history and test your skills on the Court of Dreams. Learn more at hoophall.com and follow @hoophallU.