Cancer Survivor Inspires Charity Basketball Doubleheader for St. Jude

Memphis hosts North Carolina and South Carolina in a fundraising exhibition to support children's cancer research.

Nick, a cancer survivor, inspired the event after his battle with acute lymphoblastic leukemia ended his basketball career.
The doubleheader features Memphis vs. North Carolina and Memphis women vs. South Carolina in the Hoops for St. Jude Tip Off Classic.
NCAA rule changes now allow college teams to hold exhibitions with all ticket proceeds going to designated charities.
St. Jude aims to expand its mission by providing cancer medications to over 120,000 children in 50 countries over the next five years.
Nick's story highlights the impact of St. Jude's support, allowing families to focus on treatment without financial burden.