When Tuskegee and Morehouse teased big athletics announcements on their social media platforms Wednesday, the HBCU community’s imagination ran wild.
While it wasn’t a conference or a divisional move, it was an announcement just as important and groundbreaking – the Golden Tigers and Maroon Tigers will square off during NBA All-Star Weekend in Oakland, California, for the NBA HBCU Classic on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.
The NBA’s annual All-Star Weekend will take place in the Bay Area, mostly at the Golden State Warriors’ Chase Center in San Francisco. Tuskegee and Morehouse’s matchup is part of the festivities.
The conference’s head coaches and sports information directors picked Tuskegee (West) and Morehouse (East) to finish second in their respective SIAC divisions.
“We are thrilled to have Morehouse College and Tuskegee University compete in the fourth NBA HBCU Classic during NBA All-Star 2025,” said NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum.
“The HBCU Classic has become a staple event within our All-Star festivities, and we look forward to both programs showcasing their talents during the game, as well as celebrating HBCU culture throughout the weekend.”
The teams were selected in collaboration with the SIAC conference due to their rich traditions, on-court rivalry and commitment to excellence. The 2025 NBA HBCU Classic presented by AT&T continues the NBA’s commitment to increasing support and awareness for HBCU athletics and advancing educational, career and economic opportunities in partnership with HBCUs.
“The SIAC is ecstatic that the NBA selected our conference to represent HBCUs during this year’s All-Star Weekend,” said SIAC Commissioner Anthony Holloman. “The NBA has been a longtime supporter of HBCUs, and we are excited that two of our institutions will headline the Classic, bringing elevated exposure on a national stage and a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our student-athletes.”
