Biggest Rivalries in College Basketball

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A college basketball rivalry is a long-standing competition between two college basketball teams. These rivalries often develop due to geographic proximity, historical significance, or a history of intense competition between the teams. The games between rival teams are often highly anticipated and draw large crowds, and the outcome of the game can have significant implications for both teams’ seasons. Some examples of famous college basketball rivalries include Duke vs. North Carolina, Kentucky vs. Louisville, and UCLA vs. USC.

Duke vs. North Carolina

north_carolina_tar_heels_2015-presThis rivalry, known as the “Battle of Tobacco Road,” has been going on for over a century and is one of the most intense and well-known in all college sports. The two teams are located just 8 miles apart and have a long history of success on the basketball court.

Kentucky vs. Louisville

This in-state rivalry is known as the “Battle for the Bluegrass” and is one of the most heated in the country. The two teams have a long history of success and have met in several memorable games over the years.

Kansas vs. Missouri

Known as the “Border War,” this rivalry was one of the most intense in the country for many years before Missouri left the Big 12 for the SEC. The two teams have a long history of success and have met in several memorable games over the years.

UCLA vs. USC

ucla_bruins_2017-presAnother in-state rivalry is known as the “Battle for Los Angeles,” where both teams have a long history of success and have met in several memorable games over the years.

Indiana vs. Purdue

This rivalry, known as the “Battle of I-65,” is one of the oldest in college basketball and features two teams with a long history of success. The two teams are located just 65 miles apart and have a fierce rivalry on the basketball court.

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