Clemson, BYU, Florida, UConn to Play 2025 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden

Clemson and BYU men's basketball teams will face off on December 9, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City as part of the Jimmy V Classic, a prestigious event that raises funds for cancer research through the V Foundation. This highly anticipated matchup marks Clemson's return to Madison Square Garden for the first time since 2014 and their second appearance in the Jimmy V Classic since 1997. Clemson holds a 2-0 historical record against BYU, with their last meeting in the 1990 NCAA Tournament. The doubleheader will also feature a game between defending national champions Florida and UConn, further highlighting the event's elite competition. Both coaches, Brad Brownell of Clemson and Kevin Young of BYU, expressed excitement about participating in the Classic, emphasizing the honor of competing at such a renowned venue while supporting cancer research. The Jimmy V Classic has a long-standing tradition of raising millions for cancer research and is part of ESPN’s V Week initiative, which has significantly contributed to funding since its inception in 1993.