Kansas basketball 1st big test season Tuesday night

Arizona's win at Duke sets the stage for the State Farm Champions Classic in Chicago between top-ranked Kansas and No. 17 Kentucky.

The college basketball season is off to an exciting start with marquee matchups in the opening weeks. The first week featured a thrilling game between No. 3 Arizona and No. 9 Duke, and now, in Week 2, fans can look forward to two big games on the same night at the same place.

The State Farm Champions Classic in Chicago will kick off with Duke facing off against No. 18 Michigan State, followed by a showdown between top-ranked Kansas and No. 17 Kentucky at the United Center. The anticipation for these games is high, and basketball fans are eager to see how these matchups will unfold.

Duke and Kentucky had a close battle in their previous game, with Arizona ultimately clinching the win with six straight free throws in the final 20 seconds. On the other hand, Michigan State, despite entering the season with high expectations, suffered a loss in overtime at home to No. 24 James Madison. The team is focused on learning and growing from this experience, with forward Malik Hall expressing optimism about the team's progress.

Kansas, the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25, is set to face a tough challenge against Kentucky. The Wildcats, led by coach John Calipari, have shown promise in their first two games, and the matchup against Kansas will test their mettle. Both programs are gearing up for an exciting game, and the anticipation is palpable.

As the college basketball season unfolds, fans are eagerly awaiting these matchups to see how the teams will fare against each other. The excitement is building, and the anticipation for these games is at an all-time high. With top-ranked teams facing off against each other, the stage is set for thrilling basketball action.