The 2024-25 men's college basketball season is nearing its conclusion. Once the regular season ends, conferences will hold tournaments to crown their champion. Not only do these teams have the chance to win the conference title, but also improve their odds of either qualifying for the NCAA Tournament or getting a higher seed in March Madness.
For the Big Ten, there are plenty of team in contention for the NCAA Tournament. Looking at the landscape, Michigan State, Michigan, and Wisconsin stand as big contenders to win the conerence championship, given their play this season. Yet, theere are other schools that could make a run, such as Purdue, UCLA Illinois, and Oregon.
The Big Ten is always a competitive conference, and they are projected to have double digit teams in the 2025 NCAA Tournament. But those teams can clinch their spots with strong showings in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament.
For those wondering where the 2025 Big Ten Tournament takes place and in future years, we have you covered.
Where is the 2025 Big Ten Tournament?
The 2025 Big Ten tournament will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the home of the NBA's Indiana Pacers, from March 12-16. This will be the 14th time that the men's tournament will take place in Indianapolis. The only city to host multiple Big Ten Tournaments is Chicago.
Big Ten tournament locations for 2026, 2027, and beyond
Year | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|
2026 | United Center, Chicago, Ill. | March 11-15 |
2027 | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Ind. | March 12-16 |
2028 | T-Mobile Arena | March 8-12 |
In 2026, the Big Ten men's tournament officially returns to Chicago, which will take place from March 11-15 at the United Center. This will be the 12th time that the United Center will play host to the men's tournament.
Fans in Indianapolis who weren't ale to attend any of the Big Ten tournament games in 2025, you will have a chance to do so in 2027. Gainbridge Fieldhouse will host the 2027 Big Ten men's tournament from March 12-16.
But in 2028, there will be a first-time host for the Big Ten men's tournament. From March 8-12, the 2028 Big Ten men's tournament will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. The arena is home to the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces.
How to watch the 2025 Big Ten Tournament
There will be multiple television channels and streaming options that will air the 2025 Big Ten men's tournament. For television viewers, Big Ten tournament games will either be on CBS or the Big Ten Network (BTN). The streaming options for the 2025 tournament are Paramount+ and Peacock.