Championship Preview
La Familia, a Kentucky alumni basketball team, is set to face Davis Steel in the final of The Basketball Tournament this Sunday at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. The winner will walk away with a $2 million prize, underscoring the high stakes of the single‑elimination showdown.
The path to the championship game was paved on July 29, when La Familia edged the Kansas alumni squad JHX Hoops 78‑65. Archie Goodwin led the scoring with 28 points, while Kentucky’s defense held the opposition to just 30 percent shooting from the floor, a testament to the team’s disciplined play.
The game employed the Elam Ending, a rule created by Nick Elam that sets a target score eight points above the leading team’s total at the end of regulation. This format adds a strategic twist, forcing both squads to adjust their tactics in the final minutes.
Beyond Goodwin, the semifinal victory saw contributions from Willie Cauley‑Stein, Darryl Morsell and Chris Coffey, each posting double‑digit points and reinforcing the depth of La Familia’s roster.
Fans will be able to watch the championship live on FOX, with streaming options available through DIRECTV and fuboTV, ensuring broad access to the high‑profile matchup.