Basketball Hall of Fame Classic

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 field of teams for the 2025 MGM Springfield Basketball Hall of Fame Classic. The annual showcase will take place on Wednesday, December 10 at the MassMutual Center.

This exciting event showcases the incredible spirit of our community coming together to celebrate the game we all love. Join us for a day of thrilling basketball action as UMass takes on Boston College, and Yale faces off against Albany.

The Basketball Hall of Fame Classic is more than just a series of games—it’s a testament to Springfield’s rich basketball heritage and the unity of our local institutions, businesses, and fans. This year's event promises to bring together fans of the game in the Birthplace of Basketball.

𝗨𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘃𝘀. 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 - First Time Since 2011 in the Birthplace of Basketball

𝗬𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝘃𝘀. 𝗨𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘆

Tickets on sale Friday, September 5 at massmutualcenter.com

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