The inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament is set to take place in Las Vegas, providing a thrilling opportunity for 16 collegiate teams that missed out on the NCAA Tournament. Scheduled to run from March 31 to April 6, 2025, this event aims to deliver exciting matchups and outstanding performances from emerging basketball talent.

Tournament Format and Matchups

Initial Round Matches

The first round of the tournament will begin on March 31, featuring the following games:

• Game 1: Utah vs. Butler – 3 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 2: George Washington vs. Boise State – 5:30 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 3: Nebraska vs. Arizona State – 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 4: Georgetown vs. Washington State – 11 p.m. ET (FS1)

Following the first round, additional matchups will occur on April 1:

• Game 5: DePaul vs. Cincinnati – 3 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 6: Oregon State vs. UCF – 5:30 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 7: Colorado vs. Villanova – 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1)
• Game 8: Tulane vs. USC – 11 p.m. ET (FS1)

Subsequent Rounds

The second round will unfold on April 2 and 3, with the following schedule:

• April 2: Two games at 7 p.m. ET and 9:30 p.m. ET, both on FS1, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
• April 3: Another two games at the same times and venue as the previous day.

Semifinals and Finals

The semifinals are slated for April 5, while the final match will take place on April 6:

• Semifinals: Games at 7 p.m. ET and 9:30 p.m. ET on FOX (T-Mobile Arena)
• Final: Game at 5:30 p.m. ET on FOX (T-Mobile Arena)

Participating Teams

This year’s tournament features a diverse field of teams that includes representatives from major conferences such as the Big Ten, Big 12, and Big East. Each of the selected schools is eager to showcase their skills and secure a noteworthy championship.

Understanding the College Basketball Crown

The College Basketball Crown is designed as a 16-team men’s postseason tournament, specifically for teams that did not qualify for the NCAA Tournament. This new competition opens up further postseason play and excitement for college basketball fans.

Viewing Options

Fans can catch all the action of the College Basketball Crown via several platforms. The games will be streamed live on the FOX Sports website and through the FOX Sports App. Additionally, services like YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and fuboTV also offer access to the tournament for those who prefer streaming without cable. For those with a good antenna setup, local broadcasts of the Crown will also be available on FOX stations.