The 2025 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament promises to be one of the most thrilling, with an expanded 16-team roster and fierce match-ups. Here’s all you need to know about the schedule, tickets, and how to watch the games live!
Big 12 Tournament 2025: Schedule, Dates, and How to Get Tickets
The 2025 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship will be held from March 11 to March 15, 2025, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This year’s tournament is historic, with 16 teams, including newcomers Arizona, Arizona State, Utah, and Colorado.
Tournament Schedule and Format
The championship will follow a new 16-team bracket system. The top eight teams will get a first-round bye, while the top four will get a double bye and advance straight to the quarterfinals.
First Round – Tuesday, March 11
- Game 1: No. 12 seed vs. No. 13 seed – 11:30 a.m.
- Game 2: No. 9 seed vs. No. 16 seed (Colorado) – 2:00 p.m.
- Game 3: No. 10 seed vs. No. 15 seed (Arizona State) – 6:00 p.m.
- Game 4: No. 11 seed vs. No. 14 seed – 8:30 p.m.
Second Round – Wednesday, March 12
- Game 5: No. 5 seed vs. Winner of Game 1 – 11:30 a.m.
- Game 6: No. 8 seed vs. Winner of Game 2 – 2:00 p.m.
- Game 7: No. 7 seed vs. Winner of Game 3 – 6:00 p.m.
- Game 8: No. 6 seed vs. Winner of Game 4 – 8:30 p.m.
Quarterfinals – Thursday, March 13
- Game 9: No. 4 seed vs. Winner of Game 5 – 11:30 a.m.
- Game 10: No. 1 seed vs. Winner of Game 6 – 2:00 p.m.
- Game 11: No. 2 seed vs. Winner of Game 7 – 6:00 p.m.
- Game 12: No. 3 seed vs. Winner of Game 8 – 8:30 p.m.
Semifinals – Friday, March 14
- Game 13: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10 – 6:00 p.m.
- Game 14: Winner of Game 11 vs. Winner of Game 12 – 8:30 p.m.
Championship – Saturday, March 15
- Game 15: Winner of Game 13 vs. Winner of Game 14 – 5:00 p.m.
All game times are in Central Time (CT).
For more details and updates, visit the official Big 12 website.
Ticket Information
- Official Big 12 Conference Website: Provides all-session tickets with access to all tournament games.
- T-Mobile Center Website: Information about individual session tickets and the location.
- Ticketmaster: Authorized seller offers a variety of seating alternatives.
- SeatGeek: Offers ticket listings with price comparisons.
Given the tournament’s popularity and expanded arena, it is suggested that tickets be bought early. All-session tickets provide access to multiple games and tend to be the best value.
Broadcast and Streaming
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be aired on the ESPN group of networks, which includes ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. Check the local listings to find specific game times and channels. Subscribers can access streaming options via the ESPN app.
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The 2025 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Championship is expected to be a historic event, showcasing top collegiate basketball talent in a broader and more competitive style.
The tournament will bring exciting games and memorable experiences, whether attending in person or watching from afar.
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