Jordan Brand Classic returning to Charlotte

James Michael McAdoo

The Jordan Brand Classic high school basketball all-star game will return to Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena on April 14, 2012, game officials announced today.

The game, featuring many of the top high school seniors in the country, will be televised live by ESPN.  The day also includes an international all-star game and a regional game featuring players from the Carolinas.

Tickets are on sale at www.ticketmaster.com.

The event moved to Charlotte from New York City in 2011, and North Carolina freshman James Michael McAdoo and Kentucky freshman Anthony Davis were named co-most outstanding player.