College Basketball Crown showcases an exciting 16-team bracket!
This inaugural postseason tournament is set to unfold from March 31 to April 6 in Las Vegas, with games broadcast on FOX and FS1. The competition features teams representing a diverse array of seven conferences: Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, WCC, Mountain West, A-10, and AAC.
The teams participating in this thrilling single-elimination tournament include:
Washington State Cougars
Conference: West Coast Conference
Record: 19-14 (8-10)
Bio: The Cougars bring a well-rounded offensive strategy to the court, highlighted by five players averaging double-digit points. Junior guard Nate Calmese leads with 15.2 points per game, while Dane Erikstrup and Ethan Price bolster the inside game. Forward LeJuan Watts tops the team in rebounding, averaging 6.7 per game. Washington State’s season included a notable win against Boise State on December 7, despite a challenging record of 1-7 against Quad 1 opponents.
Georgetown Hoyas
Conference: Big East
Record: 17-15 (8-12)
Bio: The Hoyas faced a setback with the season-ending injury of freshman standout Thomas Sorber in February. Nonetheless, Ed Cooley’s squad showcases a dynamic backcourt with senior Micah Peavy and junior Jayden Epps, who average 17.2 and 12.8 points per game, respectively. Georgetown has secured impressive victories over NCAA Tournament teams, including Creighton and Xavier.
Boise State Broncos
Conference: Mountain West
Record: 24-10 (14-6)
Bio: The Broncos entered Selection Sunday on the bubble after finishing fourth in the MWC regular-season standings and being runners-up in the conference tournament. Senior forward Tyson Degenhart emerged as a key player, averaging 17.9 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. Boise State’s season highlights include victories over teams like Clemson and San Diego State.
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George Washington Revolutionaries
Conference: A-10
Record: 21-12 (9-9)
Bio: The Revolutionaries concluded their season on a positive note, winning three consecutive games, including their A-10 Tournament opener. Junior Rafael Castro leads the team, averaging 14.1 points and 9.1 rebounds per game. Notably, Castro recorded 13 double-doubles this season, with a standout performance of 22 points and 16 rebounds against La Salle. Their top victories include wins over Dayton and St. Bonaventure.
Oregon State Beavers
Conference: West Coast Conference
Record: 20-12 (10-8)
Bio: In their first season in the WCC, the Beavers experienced a mix of highs and lows. They are led by upperclassmen Michael Rataj, Parsa Fallah, and Nate Kingz, with Rataj excelling in scoring, rebounding, steals, and blocks. Senior guard Demarco Minor contributes with a team-high 5.7 assists per game. Oregon State’s notable wins include victories over Gonzaga and Nebraska.
Villanova Wildcats
Conference: Big East
Record: 19-14 (11-9)
Bio: The Wildcats showcased a strong season with impressive wins against St. John’s, Marquette, UConn, and Xavier. They are powered by the nation’s leading scorer, Eric Dixon, who averages 23 points per game. Wooga Poplar, a transfer from Miami, supports the team with 14.5 points and 6.9 rebounds per game.
USC Trojans
Conference: Big Ten
Record: 16-17 (17-13)
Bio: The Trojans have notable victories against Michigan State and Illinois, but struggled in Quad 1 games with a record of 3-13. Their talented trio of guards, Desmond Claude, Wesley Yates III, and Chibuzo Agbo, contribute significantly, with Claude leading in points (16.7) and assists (4.3).
Arizona State Sun Devils
Conference: Big 12
Record: 13-19 (4-16)
Bio: Despite the potential absence of freshman big man Jayden Quaintance due to an ankle injury, senior guard Alston Mason has been a standout, recording nine double-digit scoring games in his last 10 appearances. The Sun Devils’ highlight of the season was a victory over then-No. 23 West Virginia in January.
DePaul Blue Demons
Conference: Big East
Record: 14-19 (4-16)
Bio: The Blue Demons faced ups and downs in Chris Holtmann’s inaugural season, including five overtime games and narrow losses to NCAA Tournament teams like Marquette. CJ Gunn has emerged as a dual threat, averaging 12.8 points and 1.3 steals per game.
Butler Bulldogs
Conference: Big East
Record: 14-19 (6-14)
Bio: The Bulldogs feature three players averaging double figures: Jahmyl Telfort, Pierre Brooks II, and Iowa transfer Patrick McCaffery. Butler achieved a significant win against then-No. 25 Mississippi State early in the season, and they battled closely with UConn and St. John’s in subsequent matches.
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Conference: Big Ten
Record: 17-14 (7-13)
Bio: With several impressive wins, including those against Creighton and UCLA, the Cornhuskers have displayed their potential this season. Star player Brice Williams averages 20 points per game and set a school record with 43 points in a double-overtime loss to Ohio State.
UCF Knights
Conference: Big 12
Record: 17-16 (7-13)
Bio: Keyshawn Hall stands out for the Knights, averaging 18.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. Hall’s performance included a double-digit scoring game in UCF’s season-opening upset against Texas A&M and a double-double in a narrow overtime loss to Kansas during the Big 12 Tournament.
Utah Utes
Conference: Big 12
Record: 16-16 (8-12)
Bio: The Utes have secured several wins against other College Basketball Crown competitors, with their standout victory coming against Kansas in February. Gabe Madsen, the leading scorer, shone brightly with 24 points in that game, setting the Utah record for career three-pointers made.
Tulane Green Wave
Conference: AAC
Record: 19-14 (12-6)
Bio: Under the guidance of head coach Ron Hunter, the Green Wave finished fourth in the AAC following a challenging season. Guard Rowan Brumbaugh leads the team, averaging 15.7 points, 4.8 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. His notable 22-point effort nearly propelled Tulane to an upset over Memphis in the AAC semifinals.
The complete schedule for the first round of the College Basketball Crown and beyond is as follows:
Left side of the bracket
Utah vs. Butler — Monday, March 31, 3 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
George Washington vs. Boise State — Monday, March 31, 5:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Nebraska vs. Arizona State — Monday, March 31, 8:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Georgetown vs. Washington State — Monday, March 31, 11 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Right side of the bracket
DePaul vs. Cincinnati — Tuesday, April 1, 3 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Oregon State vs. UCF — Tuesday, April 1, 5:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Colorado vs. Villanova — Tuesday, April 1, 8:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Tulane vs. USC — Tuesday, April 1, 11 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Second round
Utah/Butler vs. George Washington/Boise State — Wednesday, April 2, 7 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Nebraska/Arizona State vs. Georgetown/Washington State — Wednesday, April 2, 9:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
DePaul/Cincinnati vs. Oregon State/UCF — Thursday, April 3, 7 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Colorado/Villanova vs. Tulane/USC — Thursday, April 3, 9:30 p.m. ET at MGM Grand Garden Arena (TV: FS1 and FOX Sports app)
Semifinals
Utah/Butler/George Washington/Boise State vs. Nebraska/Arizona State/Georgetown/Washington State — Saturday, April 5, 1:30 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena (TV: FOX and FOX Sports app)
DePaul/Cincinnati/Oregon State/UCF vs. Colorado/Villanova/Tulane/USC — Saturday, April 5, 4 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena (TV: FOX and FOX Sports app)
Final
Winner of left side of the bracket vs. winner of right side of the bracket — Sunday, April 6, 5:30 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena (TV: FOX and FOX Sports app)
