Indiana and Kentucky have announced a date change for their 2026 men’s basketball game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Previously set for Dec. 27, the game has been moved up to Nov. 20 — a Friday that falls the week prior to Thanksgiving.
The border rivalry will air on CBS. The tip-time is to be determined.
IU provided a link to secure tickets for the game. This is the second in a four-game series agreed to by IU and Kentucky. The teams are also slated to meet in Lexington in 2027, and Bloomington in 2028.
Since it is on a Friday, the game will not conflict with IU football, which plays at Washington on Nov. 21. The new date will, however, create logistical challenges for fans who were planning to attend both games.
The NFL recently announced a home game for the Indianapolis Colts on Dec. 27, which likely contributed to the need to change the basketball game.
To this point, Kentucky and Syracuse are IU’s only known high-major nonconference opponents for the upcoming season. For a complete look at Indiana’s known 2026-27 opponents and dates, GO HERE:
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