Indy Classic


The Indy Classic is a college basketball showcase doubleheader held annually at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. It replaced the Crossroads Classic. It originally featured the Ball State Cardinals and the Purdue Boilermakers; Ball State was eventually replaced by the Butler Bulldogs.
The showcase is an annual fundraiser for the Indiana Sport's Corp's non-profit mission.
The president of the nonprofit Indiana Sports Corp has confirmed that they are working to schedule teams through the 2027–28 season.

History

In 2022, the doubleheader was founded as a replacement to the Crossroads Classic. An indefinite agreement was reached to host the event each December.
In 2023, the event was a sellout. Peacock had exclusive broadcast rights to games, and viewing was only available through their streaming service. The #1 Arizona Wildcats were upset by the #3 Purdue Boilermakers.
In 2024, the headliner match-up was between #17 Texas A&M and #11 Purdue. #20 Wisconsin and Butler both made their first appearance in the showcase.
In 2025, the headliner match-up was between #21 Auburn and #6 Purdue. Northwestern and Butler was the opener.

All-time records by team

More than one appearance
TeamRecordPercentage
Purdue3–1
Ball State1–1
Butler1–1

Only one appearance
TeamRecordPercentage
Indiana State1–0
Texas A&M1–0
Wisconsin1–0
Arizona0–1
Auburn0–1
Davidson0–1
Illinois State0–1
Northwestern0–1

Event Records

Team
Personal
RecordStatYearIndividualTeam
Points292022, 2023Zach Edey, Caleb LovePurdue, Arizona
Rebounds202025Michael AjayiButler
Assists142022Braden SmithPurdue
Turnovers62024Braden SmithPurdue
Blocks32022, 2022, 2024, 2025David Skogman, Demarius Jacobs, Andre Screen, Daniel JacobsonDavidson, Ball State, Butler, Purdue
Steals52024Wade Taylor IVTexas A&M