Kansas Basketball’s CBS Sports Classic Extension Sparks Excitement and Rivalry Rumors Through 2029
The CBS Sports Classic is adding another blue blood to its showcase event.
CBS Sports announced on Wednesday, Jan. 28 that No. 14 Kansas has been added to its annual men’s college basketball showcase that features Ohio State, North Carolina and Kentucky. The Jayhawks will face the Buckeyes on Saturday, Dec. 19 at Madison Square Garden in the 2026-27 season, with the other matchup including the Tar Heels vs. the Wildcats.
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The Jayhawks replace St. John’s in the field after the Red Storm and Rick Pitino replaced UCLA and Mick Cronin in the 2025 CBS Sports Classic. Kansas announced the news itself shortly after CBS Sports’ release.



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