![]() I know our fans have been anticipating this game and will show up in full force, but this will also be an unforgettable experience for our players both on and off the court. “Our world has been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic over the last two years and I’m hopeful we are finally able to do this. “When we announced this game a few years ago, we were excited to be able to do something different – to be first, which our fans know we loved to do – and play this game in London,” Kentucky coach John Calipari said. It host at least one NBA game each season in 2011 and from 2013–2019. Located 15 minutes from central London, The O2 has been visited by over 100 million people since opening in 2007. We are thankful the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has continued to provide this opportunity and make sure everyone is safe. “We had to wait, but it will be that ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience for our young men and our fans. “After all that has transpired over the last few years for us, and even the world, it will be a tremendous opportunity for Michigan, Kentucky and college basketball itself to get the chance to showcase this game,” Michigan coach Juwan Howard said. Michigan and the Fab Five beat UK in overtime in the 1993 Final Four before Kentucky beat Michigan at the buzzer in the 2014 NCAA Midwest Regional final. Michigan and Kentucky have met on seven occasions, including three times in the NCAA Tournament. We’re also looking forward to showcasing collegiate hoops to the local fans and growing the appreciation for basketball at all levels worldwide.” The O2 is a beautiful, world-class venue and we expect many U.S.-based fans will make the trip to enjoy its amenities and support their teams abroad. “We were disappointed to postpone our event in 2020, but could not be more excited to get the inaugural games underway soon. “The Basketball Hall of Fame is proud to celebrate the game on a global scale and we couldn’t be more excited to host four Division I men’s teams in London this December,” said John Doleva, president and chief executive officer of the Basketball Hall of Fame.
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