La Familia, the Kentucky‑based alumni basketball squad, has advanced to the championship game of The Basketball Tournament after a decisive 78‑65 victory over JHX Hoops in the semifinals.
The win, secured on July 29, was anchored by former University of Kentucky guard Archie Goodwin, who poured in a game‑high 28 points.
Facing them next will be Davis Steel, a non‑alumni team that earned its spot by defeating La Familia in last summer’s round of 16. The championship clash is set for 1 p.m. ET on August 2 at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington.
The tournament’s $2 million prize pool will be divided according to the team’s internal distribution plan, a model that has varied from year to year.
Last year’s champions, the AfterShocks, a Wichita State alumni side, fell in this year’s quarterfinals to JHX Hoops, underscoring the competitive depth of the field.
What’s at stake for La Familia
Beyond the monetary reward, the title offers La Familia a platform to showcase Kentucky’s basketball heritage on a national stage, potentially opening doors for future alumni collaborations and community initiatives.