Alabama and Illinois are working to finalize an agreement to play next season in Birmingham, multiple sources told College Hoops Today.
While an official date is still TBD, a source told College Hoops Today that the game would be played in December.
As part of the agreement, there would be a return game between the two programs at the United Center in Chicago during the 2025-26 season.
There is no timetable on an official announcement.
The Crimson Tide are currently ranked SECOND in the ROTHSTEIN 45 while the Illini are currently 41st.
Leftovers
- Cincinnati, Dayton finalizing agreement to start home-and-home series this season at Fifth Third Arena
- Arizona State, Santa Clara to meet on 12/13 in Jack Jones Classic
- Matchups set for 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge
- CBS Sports Podcast (6/9) — Texas A&M’s Bucky McMillan
- Utah State, Memphis to start home-and-home series on February 14th in Logan
