UNC prepares for January showdown with Illinois in Nashville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The UNC men's basketball team will face Illinois at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on January 30 for the Nashville Hoops Showdown. This event is anticipated to provide an exciting atmosphere and better fan engagement compared to traditional home games. The Tar Heels have previously played in notable venues, including Allen Fieldhouse at the University of Kansas. Suggestions for future appearances include historic sites like the Palestra in Philadelphia, though logistical challenges make such arrangements difficult.
- •UNC will play Illinois on January 30 at Bridgestone Arena
- •Event named Nashville Hoops Showdown
- •Previous notable venue includes Allen Fieldhouse
- •Palestra in Philadelphia suggested as a future location
- •Logistical issues hinder matches at historic MLB stadiums
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — What new or historic venues would you want to see UNC play in?
"UNC is headed to Nashville next basketball season, and that got me thinking.
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