The University of Georgia’s basketball program is positioning itself among the nation’s elite by taking on marquee opponents, including Duke in the Jimmy V Classic and North Carolina in a home‑and‑home series.
In December, the Bulldogs will meet Duke in New York’s Madison Square Garden as part of the Jimmy V Classic, a showcase event that draws college basketball’s biggest names.
The same evening will feature Alabama facing Houston, adding another layer of intrigue to the showcase.
Historic rivalries return
Georgia’s last victory over Duke dates back to 1932, a 43‑32 win that remains a footnote in the rivalry’s history; the two programs have not met since.
A new chapter is set to begin when Georgia travels to face North Carolina in a home‑and‑home series that starts on November 13, 2026, with the second leg scheduled for Georgia in 2028.
The Tar Heels will enter the series under new head coach Michael Malone, whose arrival has generated buzz among fans and analysts alike.
Both matchups are rare, historically significant, and serve as litmus tests for Georgia’s ambition to climb into the upper echelon of college basketball.