Kentucky’s Alumni Squad Eyes TBT Championship After Dominant Win
A 78‑65 victory over JHX Hoops has put Kentucky's alumni team one game away from the $2 million TBT title, setting up a clash with either The Mecca or Davis Steel.
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A 78‑65 victory over JHX Hoops has put Kentucky's alumni team one game away from the $2 million TBT title, setting up a clash with either The Mecca or Davis Steel.

Archie Goodwin praises the current Kentucky Wildcats for their talent, character and the valuable mentorship they receive from alumni, a dynamic that could prove crucial in their upcoming season.
Former Kentucky Wildcats including Willie Cauley‑Stein, Archie Goodwin and Andrew Harrison are back in 'La Familia', a team coached by Jon Hood, while Louisville's 'The Ville' fields stars like Montrezl Harrell and Russ Smith. The series begins in Lexington and will be broadcast on FOX, with later games on FS1.

The upcoming best‑of‑three series between La Familia and The Ville will open at Lexington’s Historic Memorial Coliseum on July 18, 2026, before moving to Louisville’s Freedom Hall and potentially returning for a decisive game.

From dunking phenoms to clutch game‑winners, former Kentucky Wildcats relive their most memorable moments in The Basketball Tournament, showcasing a blend of nostalgia and renewed camaraderie.

The Cats dominated an alumni showcase at the Joe Craft Center, posting highlights on social media as they prepare for a three-game series against The Ville.
The alumni squad will face Boeheim's Army at 2 p.m. today, with a $2 million prize on the line.

The Basketball Tournament opens its summer slate with a clash between Louisville alumni The Ville and Kentucky alumni La Familia, featuring notable players and a broadcast plan that reaches millions.
La Familia overcame a 17‑point deficit to defeat Louisville’s alumni squad 72‑68 in a thrilling opening‑round game at Memorial Coliseum, with Darryl Morsell’s final dunk under the Elam Ending sealing the win.

The Kentucky alumni team La Familia secured a 72-68 win over Louisville’s The Ville in the first game of their TBT series, with Morsell topping the scoring. The next contest will air on FS1 at 7:00 p.m. EST, while key players’ statuses remain uncertain.
After a celebrated college and professional basketball career, Willie Cauley-Stein is hanging up his sneakers, focusing on golf, and planning a tournament series to broaden the sport’s reach.
After a seven‑year NBA run and a deep run with the UK alumni team La Familia, Willie Cauley‑Stein announces his retirement from competitive basketball to focus on golf, a YouTube channel, and a new tournament series that could net him the $2 million TBT prize.
Archie Goodwin’s 22-point performance fuels La Familia’s 63-57 victory over The Ville, securing a semifinal berth in The Basketball Tournament.
Louisville’s Ville and Kentucky’s La Familia meet in a winner‑takes‑all third game of The Basketball Tournament, with playoff implications, key player performances and broadcast details.

Kentucky’s summer schedule features baseball tournament play, SEC meetings, NBA draft decisions, and a flurry of recruiting events that will shape the upcoming seasons.

The Basketball Tournament expands its purse to $2 million and schedules a high‑stakes opening series featuring former Wildcats and Cardinals in Lexington.

The Basketball Tournament announces its 2026 edition, offering a $2 million prize and a historic matchup between La Familia and The Ville.
The Basketball Tournament will feature a historic alumni clash between former Kentucky and Louisville stars, with a $2 million prize at stake and a path to the championship on the line.

The Basketball Tournament introduces a new 16‑team bracket, a $2 million championship prize and a marquee Kentucky‑Louisville rivalry that will be broadcast on FOX and FS1.
This summer, former Louisville and Kentucky basketball stars will meet again in The Basketball Tournament, facing off in a best‑of-three series that begins in Lexington and concludes in Louisville, with a $2 million prize awaiting the winner.