2025-26 Charleston Classic Teams Announced, Features Eight Schools

The 2025 CBS Sports Classic will feature a new lineup as St. John’s joins Kentucky, North Carolina, and Ohio State for the annual college basketball doubleheader, set for December 20 at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. St. John's will face Kentucky, renewing a historic rivalry with the Wildcats leading the all-time series, while Ohio State will play North Carolina, who have dominated their previous matchups in this event. The games will be broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, with official travel packages available for fans. The event also highlights the personal connection between St. John’s coach Rick Pitino and Kentucky’s coach Mark Pope, who played for Pitino during Kentucky’s 1995-96 national championship season.