Boilermakers host Bucknell and Hofstra in 2K Sports Classic

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) - The Purdue men’s basketball team will host Bucknell and Hofstra on Nov. 9 and 11, respectively, in the West Lafayette Regional of the 2K Sports Classic benefiting Wounded Warrior Project.

The Boilermakers and Bison will square off at 7 p.m. ET on Nov. 9, while Purdue will tangle with the Pride at 2 p.m. ET on Nov. 11. Purdue has never faced either team on the hardwood.

The Boilers will face Villanova at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Nov. 15 in the second semifinal of the 2K Sports Classic benefiting Wounded Warrior Project. The Boilermakers and Wildcats are slated to tip at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2.

Depending on the results of the semifinal games, Purdue will play either Alabama or Oregon State in either the championship or consolation game the following night.

Purdue men’s basketball season tickets are currently available through the Purdue Athletic Office. Located on the concourse level on the east side of Mackey Arena, the Athletic Ticket Office is open for business from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday (except holidays). Tickets may also be purchased online at purduesports.com or over the phone at (800) 49-SPORT.

Tickets for the championship rounds of the 2K Sports Classic benefiting Wounded Warrior Project are available through Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.