Dick Vitale, Charles Barkley Join Forces for Indiana vs Kentucky Broadcast
Basketball fans are in for a treat as icons Dick Vitale and Charles Barkley team up for the much-anticipated Indiana vs. Kentucky broadcast. This non-conference matchup is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, at 7:30 p.m. ET, taking place at the renowned Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.
Broadcast Details
The game will be aired live on ESPN, with additional streaming options available on the ESPN app and through Fubo, which provides a free trial for viewers. Veteran announcer Dave O’Brien will deliver the play-by-play commentary for this exciting clash.
Notable Analysts
- Dick Vitale – A beloved ESPN analyst, Vitale has called over 1,000 games since joining in 1979. He is set to return to regular broadcasting following his battle with cancer.
- Charles Barkley – A Basketball Hall of Famer, Barkley enjoyed an illustrious 16-year NBA career, averaging 22.1 points and 11.7 rebounds. He was drafted fifth overall from Auburn in 1984.
Upcoming Broadcasts
Indiana vs. Kentucky marks the first of two games where Vitale and Barkley will collaborate this season. They will reunite again during TNT and CBS Sports’ coverage of the men’s NCAA Tournament’s First Four in March.
The combination of Vitale’s infectious energy and Barkley’s charming humor is sure to make this broadcast a standout event for college basketball enthusiasts.
