Chase Center Announces the 2025 Empire Classic

The Empire Classic basketball game featuring the UCLA Bruins and California Golden Bears is coming to Chase Center on Nov. 25. The Empire Classic marks the 252nd time the Bruins and Bears have competed. UCLA leads the matchup 147-104, including a 61-60 win the last game played in the 2023-2024 season.

“We are thrilled to add Cal to our non-conference schedule this season," UCLA Head Coach Mick Cronin said."Obviously, we have a strong fan base up in the Bay Area. I’m encouraging all our Northern California alumni and fans to support us at Chase Center on Nov. 25 when we take on the Golden Bears. Our team has never played at Chase Center before, and I know our guys are looking forward to the opportunity. This is a win-win for college basketball on the West Coast, and we’re excited to add this game to our schedule in November.”

“We’re thrilled to renew the Cal-UCLA rivalry on such a big stage as part of the Empire Classic," Cal Head Coach Mark Madsen said. "Anytime you have these two schools and programs meet, it brings great energy – and to do it in Chase Center, right here in the Bay Area, makes it even more special. It’s an incredible opportunity for our teams and fans, and we’re excited to represent Cal in one of the NBA’s premier venues.”

Tickets will go on-sale in mid-August.