NCAA College Basketball-75th Annual All-College Basketball Classic Preview
On December 18th at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, one of college basketball’s finest traditions will once again take place. That date marks the 75th annual All-College Basketball Classic. The very first Classic was held in 1936. While tradition is important, it is the match-ups that truly make something “classic.” This year, the All-College Basketball Classic delivers great match-ups that any basketball fan will be anxious to see.
Both Oklahoma State and Oklahoma are playing in the Classic this year, in front of their home crowd. First, Oklahoma State will battle Alabama. Last year, Oklahoma State finished with a 22-11 record, which placed them right in the middle of the Big 12. Alabama, on the other hand, finished 17-15 overall. While both teams were far from great last year, they will hope to bounce back, and a win in the Classic is a great way to do just that.
After the conclusion of the Oklahoma State/Alabama game, the Oklahoma Sooners will take the floor to face the basketball betting favorites, Cincinnati Bearcats. Oklahoma had a very bad season last year, going 13-18. One thing Oklahoma is not used to is losing and they should bounce back this year. Cincinnati finished 19-16.
The All-College Basketball Classic always delivers thrills, and this year will be no exception. All four teams that are playing are hungry and need to bounce back in a big way. Come December 18th, we will see who starts off with a roar, and who starts off with a whimper.