Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats continue to shape upcoming 2025 schedule

Cincinnati Bearcats host Texas Longhorns at Fifth Third Arena in 2024
Cincinnati Bearcats host Texas Longhorns at Fifth Third Arena in 2024 / Dylan Buell/GettyImages
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A handful of must-see matchups will headline the upcoming 2025 schedule as the Cincinnati Bearcats continue to prepare for a pivotal year!

Cincinnati is scheduled to meet Villanova in the Big East-Big 12 Battle, followed by facing Xavier in the Crosstown Shootout in mid December.

Other notable opponents set for next season are Dayton, Georgia Tech and Morehead State, along with trips to Howard and Northern Kentucky!

Wes Miller's team should find plenty of success in non-conference play and return to the NCAA Tournament after falling short in recent years.

Cincinnati Basketball: Bearcats continue to shape upcoming 2025 schedule

Cincinnati is led by returners Simas Lukosius, Jizzle James and Dan Skillings Jr, along with transfers Connor Hickman and Dillon Mitchell.

James dropped a season-high 25 points in the first start of his career to help fuel the Bearcats to a blowout victory against Bradley in the NIT.

Mitchell was a dynamic 5-star prospect coming out of Montverde Academy and is now the 22nd highest ranked transfer according to 247 Sports.

Stay up to date with the most recent recruiting rumors and roster moves as the Bearcats try to create momentum heading into next season!

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