The 2026 State Farm Champions Classic showcased a matchup between the Michigan State Spartans and Duke Blue Devils, with Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo seen speaking with guard Jeremy Fears Jr. during the game. The event, part of ESPN's Champions Classic series, was captured in a photo by James Black for Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. Forbes contributor Jeff Fedotin examined the future trajectory of the tournament in a piece published on November 11, 2026.
Future of ESPN's Champions Classic in Focus as Michigan State Faces Duke in 2026 Edition
