All Games
Tue
Dec 10
Tue, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Penn State Nittany Lions at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Sat
Dec 14
Sat, 3:00 pm3:00 pm
Seton Hall Pirates at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Sat
Dec 21
Sat, 12:00 pm12:00 pm
Never Forget Tribute Classic - Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Princeton Tigers Mens Basketball
Prudential Center • Newark, NJ
Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
Mon
Dec 30
Mon, 5:00 pm5:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Columbia Lions at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Thu
Jan 02, 2025
Thu, 8:30 pm8:30 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Indiana Hoosiers Mens Basketball
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall • Bloomington, IN
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
Bloomington, IN
Mon
Jan 06, 2025
Mon, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
Wisconsin Badgers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Thu
Jan 09, 2025
Thu, 6:00 pm6:00 pm
Purdue Boilermakers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Mon
Jan 13, 2025
Mon, 6:30 pm6:30 pm
UCLA Bruins at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Thu
Jan 16, 2025
Thu, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Nebraska Cornhuskers Mens Basketball
Pinnacle Bank Arena • Lincoln, NE
Pinnacle Bank Arena
Lincoln, NE
Mon
Jan 20, 2025
Mon, 6:30 pm6:30 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Penn State Nittany Lions Mens Basketball
Bryce Jordan Center • State College, PA
Bryce Jordan Center
State College, PA
Sat
Jan 25, 2025
Sat, 1:30 pm1:30 pm
1% of Tickets Left
Michigan State Spartans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball (Venue TBA)
Madison Square Garden • New York, NY
Madison Square Garden
New York, NY
Wed
Jan 29, 2025
Wed, 8:00 pm8:00 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Northwestern Wildcats Mens Basketball
Welsh Ryan Arena • Evanston, IL
Welsh Ryan Arena
Evanston, IL
Sat
Feb 01, 2025
Sat, 3:30 pm3:30 pm
Michigan Wolverines at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Wed
Feb 05, 2025
Wed, 8:30 pm8:30 pm
Illinois Fighting Illini at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Sun
Feb 09, 2025
Sun, 12:00 pm12:00 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Maryland Terrapins Mens Basketball
XFINITY Center - MD • College Park, MD
XFINITY Center - MD
College Park, MD
Wed
Feb 12, 2025
Wed, 6:30 pm6:30 pm
Iowa Hawkeyes at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Sun
Feb 16, 2025
Sun, 4:00 pm4:00 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Oregon Ducks Mens Basketball
Matthew Knight Arena • Eugene, OR
Matthew Knight Arena
Eugene, OR
Wed
Feb 19, 2025
Wed, 7:30 pm7:30 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Washington Huskies Mens Basketball
Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion • Seattle, WA
Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion
Seattle, WA
Sun
Feb 23, 2025
Sun, 6:00 pm6:00 pm
USC Trojans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
Thu
Feb 27, 2025
Thu, 9:00 pm9:00 pm
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Michigan Wolverines Mens Basketball
Crisler Center • Ann Arbor, MI
Crisler Center
Ann Arbor, MI
Tue
Mar 04, 2025
Tue, 7:00 pm7:00 pm
3% of Tickets Left
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Purdue Boilermakers Mens Basketball
Mackey Arena • West Lafayette, IN
Mackey Arena
West Lafayette, IN
Sun
Mar 09, 2025
Sun, 1:00 pm1:00 pm
Minnesota Golden Gophers at Rutgers Scarlet Knights Mens Basketball
Jersey Mike’s Arena • Piscataway, NJ
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Piscataway, NJ
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RU Basketball Basics
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Current Conference: Big Ten Conference
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Current Division: NCAA Division I
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Cheerleading Squad: Rutgers Cheerleading
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Dance Squad: Rutgers Dance Team
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Band: The Marching Scarlet Knights or The Pride of New Jersey
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Mascot: Scarlet Knight
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Fan Chant: “RRRRRRR-UUUUUU”
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Team Colors: Scarlet, Black, and Cool Grey
The Rutgers Basketball Schedule
When choosing a game to attend, it’s important to identify the adversary most likely to deliver the type of competition that will exceed your expectations. The Rutgers basketball schedule is demanding, featuring Big Ten battles, historic rivalries, and contests with tough teams outside of the conference. They face high-scoring offenses, dominant defenses, and strategic exhibitions, and every game tests their ability to adjust and adapt, but there are always some opponents that stand out.
Key Scarlet Knights Competitors
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Princeton Tigers: This rivalry with Princeton dates back to 1869. Today, it crosses conference boundaries, but that doesn’t matter to players and team supporters. Every encounter fuels fan fervor and showcases the contrasting styles of these New Jersey squads.
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University of Michigan: The Wolverines bring a history of strong, strategic gameplay, contrasting with the Scarlet Knights' more dynamic approach. This pairing does a good job of highlighting the tactical nuances of basketball.
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University of Maryland: Games between the Terrapins and the Scarlet Knights are big on strategy, often turning into on-court chess matches, where adaptability and spur-of-the-moment decisions play a crucial role in determining the outcome.
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Seton Hall: The Garden State Hardwood Classic is legendary, with close proximity and passionate fan bases fueling the intensity. It’s a showdown for state supremacy, making every matchup between the Knights and the Pirates a must-watch event.
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Ohio State Buckeyes: Prepare for a spectacle when these scarlet and grey juggernauts collide. The Buckeyes are athletic marvels, their high-flying dunks and lightning-quick cuts electrifying the crowd, and they can rain down three-pointers with sniper-like precision.
Jersey Mike’s Arena
Jersey Mike’s Arena is the home of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights men's basketball team. Located on the Livingston Campus of Rutgers University in Piscataway, the facility opened in 1977 and has a capacity of approximately 8,000.
The RAC (Rutgers Athletic Center), as it is commonly known, is feared by opponents, who have commented that the crowd feels more imposing here. The trapezoidal design of the building makes it seem as if spectators are looking down at the court from all sides, which can be intimidating for competitors.
RU Basketball Game Parking
Multiple lots surround Jersey Mike’s Arena, but spaces fill up fast during events, so arrive early. GoTickets gives you the chance to reserve parking passes when you buy your RU basketball tickets. We recommend taking advantage of this opportunity to help ensure a hassle-free arrival in Piscataway.
Alternative Transportation
Rutgers University operates a comprehensive bus system serving various campuses, including Piscataway. Shuttles offer a practical solution for students and visitors, facilitating easy access to the venue.
Notable Rutgers Basketball Players
The Rutgers University basketball program has seen several of its players make it to the big leagues. Here's a look at some of the alumni who have gone from the classrooms in Piscataway to pro courts across the country and around the world:
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Bob Lloyd (1964–1967): Although he was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 1967, Lloyd began his pro career in the ABA with the New Jersey Americans, better known now as the Brooklyn Nets. Beyond basketball, he served as chairman of the board for The V Foundation For Cancer Research, an organization founded by his friend and teammate Jim Valvano.
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Phil Sellers (1972–1976): One of Rutgers' all-time greatest scorers, Sellers led the team to the 1976 Final Four and still holds the school’s records for scoring and rebounding. He was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 1976 and played for a year before moving on to the Continental Basketball Association and BV Amstelveen in the Netherlands.
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James Bailey (1975–1979): Drafted 6th overall by the Seattle SuperSonics (now OKC Thunder) in 1979, Bailey had a decade-long career in the NBA. Armed with the rebounding and shot-blocking skills he developed at Rutgers, he significantly contributed to several teams, including the Houston Rockets, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, and Phoenix Suns.
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Roy Hinson (1979–1983): Selected 20th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers, Hinson was a standout player renowned for his formidable presence in the paint. During the 1985–86 season, he played 82 games and averaged 19.6 ppg before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. He also had a short stint with the Nets before retiring in 1991.
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Quincy Douby (2003–2006): A prolific scorer at Rutgers, Douby set records and left as one of the program's all-time greats. Selected 19th overall by the Sacramento Kings in 2006, he played three seasons in the NBA before leaving for international leagues. He was a TBL All-Star and Top Scorer, a two-time CBA All-Star, and was named the All-Star Game MVP in 2011.
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Attending a Scarlet Knights game offers the unique excitement of live sports, where the energy of the crowd and the intensity on the court combine for a thrilling spectacle. The Scarlet Knights consistently deliver, displaying a blend of strategic plays and raw athleticism that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking for a show of top-tier college sports, Rutgers basketball tickets give you access to an unforgettable experience. Get yours now!