The Big Ten Conference has had a strong showing in nonconference men’s basketball games this season, posting a 160-37 record with one game remaining. This surpasses last year’s 144 nonconference victories. Among those wins, the conference has dominated at home with a 122-7 (.946) record. The Big Ten’s overall .812 win percentage ranks second behind the SEC’s .889 (185-23) mark in nonconference play.
The 2025 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament is set to return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis from March 12-16. This marks the 14th time Indianapolis will host the tournament, a testament to its strong basketball tradition. This year’s tournament will be historic, as it will be the first to feature a 15-team field. The tournament will begin with three games on Wednesday, March 12.
Peacock will broadcast all three opening-day games live. Second-round and quarterfinal games on Thursday and Friday will be aired on the Big Ten Network, providing fans with comprehensive coverage of the tournament’s critical early rounds. CBS Sports will handle the broadcast for the semifinals and championship game for the 28th consecutive year. Fans can also stream these marquee games live on Paramount+.
With impressive nonconference success and a highly anticipated tournament lineup, the Big Ten is poised for an exciting conclusion to its basketball season.
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