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Top-Ranked Arizona Battles Alabama in C.M. Newton Classic

12/14/2025

Summary

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The No. 1 University of Arizona will face No. 12 Alabama in the 2025 C.M. Newton Classic on December 13, 2025, at Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama.
Arizona is 8-0 after a 97-68 win over Auburn and seeks to extend its streak.
Alabama is 7-2 after a 97-55 win against UTSA and aims for its fifth straight win.
The game airs at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN, with streaming on Fubo.

History

Historical Context

C.M. Newton, a pivotal figure in college basketball, served as chair of the NCAA Rules Committee from 1979 to 1985, introducing key changes like the shot clock. His coaching career spanned several institutions, including Alabama, where he integrated the team in 1969. The C.M. Newton Classic honors his legacy while showcasing the competitive landscape of college basketball, which now includes 351 Division I schools since the NCAA Championship's inception in 1982.

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Story summary

The No. 1 University of Arizona will face No. 12 Alabama in the 2025 C.M. Newton Classic on December 13, 2025, at Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama.
Arizona is 8-0 after a 97-68 win over Auburn and seeks to extend its streak.
Alabama is 7-2 after a 97-55 win against UTSA and aims for its fifth straight win.
The game airs at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN, with streaming on Fubo.

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