Seth Trimble Is Returning To Court, Hardwood For North Carolina As 12th Ranked North Carolina, Ohio State Are Matching Up In CBS Sports Classic At State Farm Arena Home Of NBA's Atlanta Hawks Saturday
On November 9, 2025 Seth Trimble a guard a senior for North Carolina broke his forearm during a team workout.
41 days later Seth Trimble is returning to court , hardwood for North Carolina in CBS Sports Classic at State Farm Arena home of NBA’s Atlanta Hawks Saturday afternoon Earlier in the week North Carolina Head Coach Hubert Davis said on his radio show. did individual work last week and participated this week in five-on-five action then News & Observer announced that Seth Trimble was ready to return to full contact practice. this week.
According to Shelby Swanson ‘s News & Observer article https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/college/acc/unc/article313716901.html
State Farm Arena (formally Philips Arena in the heart of downtown Atlanta was home to NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers from 199-2011 and since has served as home to the Atlanta Hawks.
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North Carolina is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference while Ohio State is a is a member of the Big Ten!
North Carolina comes into CBS Sports Classic with record of 10-1 because they’ve won four games in a row including their most recent game 77-58 over Eastern Tennessee State on Tuesday December 16, 2025 where as a team North Carolina shot 27-50 on field goals for 54 % while they were 8-25 on 3 pointers two players scored in double figures Caleb Wilson a freshman a forward was 6-12 on field goals , 1-2 on 3 pointers , 7-10 on free throws to go along with 8 rebounds , 2 assists , 1 steal , 20 points. Henri Veesaar a junior a center was 10-11 on field goals , 2-3 on 3 pointers , 4-4 on free throws to go along with 8 rebounds, 2 assists , 26 points.
Following 12th ranked North Carolina beating Eastern Tennessee State on Tuesday December 16, 2025 Head Coach Hubert Davis had this to say about Caleb Wilson, Henri Vessaar!One of the things that I think is allowing Caleb and Henri to be really good out there is, yes, they can score, but they’re really good passers,” Davis said. “So when you put two on the ball, they can find an open teammate — whether it’s on the perimeter or a teammate cutting to the basket.”
According Shelby Swanson News & Observer article https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/college/acc/unc/article313716812.html
Ohio State comes into CBS Sports Classic with record of 8-2 because they knocked-off West Virginia 89-88 on Saturday December 13, 2025 in double overtime. As Ohio State knocked -off West Virginia in double overtime as a team Ohio State shot 32-72 on field goals for 44 % , 4-21 on 3 pointers for 19 % Five players scored in double figures. Those players were Devin Royald a junior a forward was 4-11 on field goals , 0-1 on 3 pointers to go along with 12 rebounds, 2 assists, 11 points . Christoph Tilly a senior a center was 6-13 on field goals , 0-2 on 3 pointers to go along with 11 rebounds , 4 assists, , 14 points Bruce Thornton a senior a center was 8-17 on field goals , 1-7 on 3 pointers to go along 3 rebounds, 4 assists, to go along with 23 points . John Mobley Jr. a sophomore a guard was 3-10 on field goals , 3-7 on 3 pointers , 6-6 on free throws to go along with 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal 15 points. Amare Bynum a freshman a forward was 7-11 on field goals , 3-3 on free throws to go along 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 17 points.
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Following Ohio State’s knocking off West Virginia in double overtime 89-88 Head Coach Jake Diebler had this to say about his team!
We were playing a little frustrated,”(The) end of the first half and beginning of the second half, we needed to just settle into being us.”
According to Irie Harris article Cleveland.com article https://www.cleveland.com/sports/college/2025/12/ohio-state-fights-back-in-89-88-double-ot-win-over-west-virginia.html?outputType=amp
Tip-Off is set for 3:00pm from State Farm Arena!
The game is going to be televised on CBS with Brad Nessler, Bill Raftery, Bruce Pearl, Jenny Dell commentating!
Brad Nessler is a distinguished American sportscaster known for his extensive career in broadcasting college football, college basketball, and the NFL. Born on June 3, 1956, in St. Charles, Minnesota, Nessler’s journey from a small-town enthusiast to a prominent voice in sports media is both inspiring and noteworthy.
Early Life and Education
Growing up in St. Charles, Minnesota, Nessler developed an early passion for sports and storytelling. He pursued this interest academically by attending Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he graduated in 1977.
During his time at the university, he honed his broadcasting skills by working with the campus radio station, KMSU. This hands-on experience laid the foundation for his future career in sports commentary.
Initial Career in Atlanta
After completing his education, Nessler embarked on his professional broadcasting journey in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1980, he joined WGST-Radio as a sports anchor and talk show host.
His role expanded to include play-by-play announcer duties for Georgia Tech basketball from 1980 to 1985.
He provided commentary for Atlanta Falcons games during the 1982 to 1988 seasons. His versatility was further demonstrated through his play-by-play coverage of the Minnesota Vikings in 1988 and 1989.
Tenure with CBS Sports
Nessler’s affiliation with CBS Sports began in 1990, marking a significant milestone in his career. Over the years, he contributed to various sports broadcasts, including:
NFL Games: Providing play-by-play commentary for numerous NFL matchups.
College Football: Covering major college football games, enhancing the viewing experience for fans nationwide.
College Basketball: Bringing excitement to college basketball broadcasts, including the NCAA Division I Women’s Championship game.
Speed Skating at the 1992 Winter Olympics: Serving as the network’s host for speed skating events during the Albertville Games.
Transition to ESPN and ABC Sports
In 1992, Nessler joined ESPN, where he became a prominent voice in sports broadcasting. His roles included:
College Basketball and Big Ten Football: Delivering insightful commentary and analysis for these sports.
College Football: Taking on significant assignments, including calling major bowl games.
NBA Coverage: From 2002 to 2004, he served as a broadcaster for NBA games, including the NBA Finals.
Monday Night Football: Contributing to ESPN’s Monday Night Football broadcasts between 2006 and 2011.
His association with ABC Sports began in 1997, where he continued to expand his repertoire by covering various sports, including college football and basketball.
Contributions to EA Sports Video Games
Beyond traditional broadcasting, Nessler lent his voice to EA Sports’ video game series. He was featured as a commentator in the NCAA Football series alongside Kirk Herbstreit and in the NCAA March Madness basketball series with Dick Vitale.
His engaging commentary added authenticity and excitement to the gaming experience for sports enthusiasts.
Return to CBS Sports
In May 2016, CBS Sports announced that Nessler would return as the lead play-by-play announcer for college football coverage starting in the 2017 season.
Partnering with analyst Gary Danielson and later with Jenny Dell, Nessler has continued to elevate CBS’s sports broadcasts, particularly in covering the SEC (Southeastern Conference) games.
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Renowned college basketball analyst Bill Raftery is the lead game analyst for FOX Sports' college basketball coverage, teaming with his longtime play-by-play partner Gus Johnson.
Raftery joined FOX Sports prior to the 2013-14 season, the network’s first covering college basketball and the first season of the newly aligned BIG EAST Conference. A veteran analyst with playing and coaching experience, his keen analysis and opinion are accompanied by unsurpassed enthusiasm and unique catchphrases like "Onions!" and "With a kiss!"
Before joining FOX Sports, he spent 32 years covering basketball as an analyst on television and radio for CBS, ESPN and CBS Radio. He has covered the sport’s premier events, including the NCAA Tournament, Final Four, the BIG EAST Championship, Big Ten Championship, ACC Championship, SEC Championship and New Jersey Nets telecasts.
Raftery continues his work with CBS and in 2015, at the age of 73, called his first Final Four on television, partnering with Jim Nantz and Grant Hill.
Raftery began his broadcasting career in 1982 with ESPN, where he served as a game analyst for college basketball through the 2012 season. Over that span, he also distinguished himself as an analyst on CBS’s college basketball coverage and served as a game analyst for Westwood One/CBS Radio’s coverage of the NCAA Men’s Final Four beginning 1991.
From 1970-81, Raftery was the head basketball coach at Seton Hall, where he revitalized the program and led the Pirates to seven straight winning seasons. He guided the team to four ECAC postseason tournaments and two National Invitation Tournament appearances. Raftery also served as president of the BIG EAST Coaches Association from 1979-81. Prior to his time at Seton Hall, Raftery coached five years at Fairleigh Dickinson, earning Coach of the Year honors from the New Jersey Basketball Writers Association in his final season with the program.
A standout on the court as well coaches bench and broadcast booth, Raftery played three seasons at LaSalle under legendary coach Donald "Dudley" Moore. During the 1959-60 season, he set a freshman scoring record with 370 points. The next year, he led the varsity team with 17.8 points per game, and in his senior season, he co-captained the Explorers to the National Invitational Tournament. Following his senior campaign, he was drafted by the New York Knicks.
Raftery has won three Emmy Awards in the category of Outstanding Sports Personality – Sports Event Analyst, in 2015, 2016 and 2018. In 2004, he received a special Victor Sports Award and the Walter Payton ‘Sweetness’ Award in recognition of his outstanding work in the community throughout his lifetime. He also won the New York Sports Emmy Award in the category of Single Event Coverage for Game 5 of the New Jersey Nets vs. Indiana Pacers series during the 2002 NBA Playoffs.
Raftery earned a degree in history from LaSalle and a master’s in education from Seton Hall. He was given an Honorary Doctorate from LaSalle in 2001 and serves as the president of W.J. Raftery Associates, an events/marketing firm.
Bruce Pearl is former Auburn Head Coach!
Bruce Pearl is stepping down from his post, effective immediately, the school announced Monday, after CBS Sports reported the news. Pearl "will move into an ambassador's role in the athletic department as special assistant to the athletics director," per the school.
Following his announcement to retire Bruce Pearl had this to say!
Eleven years ago, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime to become the head basketball coach at Auburn, and it has been nothing short of amazing," Pearl said in a statement. "With the Auburn Family's unwavering support, we have built a program from the ground up and taken it to heights it had never reached before. Not only have we won championships, but we have built the best home-court advantage in college basketball, we've invested in this community and changed lives, and we've developed and graduated Auburn men. We built a program with the core tenants of faith, family and passion, and together, we made history. I hope we have made Auburn proud.
enny Dell serves as CBS Sports’ lead college football reporter, working alongside Brad Nessler and Gary Danielson, to call the Network’s top game each week, including the BIG TEN on CBS. She also anchors coverage on CBS Sports HQ. Dell, who joined CBS Sports in 2014, previously served as the lead college football reporter on CBS Sports Network and has worked games as a sideline reporter for THE NFL ON CBS and SEC ON CBS.
From 2016-21, Dell hosted Campus Eats on Big Ten Network, which provides a first-hand look at the unique and iconic restaurants found across Big Ten Country. Prior to joining CBS Sports, Dell served as a reporter for New England Sports Network’s coverage of the Boston Red Sox, delivering in-game reports, as well as news, updates and interviews for the NESN’s pre- and post-game coverage. She also served as a reporter for NESN Sports Today, and hosted The Ultimate Red Sox Show and Red Sox Report. Dell served as NESN’s lead reporter for the team’s World Series Champion season in 2013.
Dell began her career as a production assistant at ESPN, working on the coverage of the National Basketball Association, Major League Baseball, Monday Night Football, college basketball and Women’s National Basketball Association. Later, she joined ESPN.com as an air-reporter, covering Super Bowl XLIV and XLV, and appearing regularly on NFL Countdown Daily.
Dell is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management and Sport Event Marketing.
According to https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/bruce-pearl-retires-auburn-coach-abruptly-steps-down-after-11-year-tenure-greatest-run-in-program-history/
According https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/bruce-pearl-retires-auburn-coach-abruptly-steps-down-after-11-year-tenure-greatest-run-in-program-history/
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