The Basketball Tournament (TBT) is set to commence on July 18, 2025, with a thrilling lineup of 64 teams vying for a winner-take-all prize of $1 million. This annual summer basketball event showcases many alumni squads from prestigious college conferences alongside select at-large entries. The tournament will run until August 3, 2025.
The opening day will feature 14 games starting at 1 p.m. ET, and the entire tournament can be viewed on various platforms. FOX, FS1, and FS2 will air a total of 26 games, culminating with the highly anticipated championship on Sunday, August 3, at 4 p.m. ET on FOX. Fans can also watch the tournament live on the FOX Sports website and app, as well as through streaming services like YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and fuboTV.
Key matches to watch include:
– War Ready vs. X-Rayted at 7:00 p.m. ET (FS1) on July 18.
– The Ville vs. Boston v Cancer at 12:30 p.m. ET (FOX) on July 19.
This year’s tournament will feature many familiar faces, such as Willie Cauley-Stein from Kentucky and Montrezl Harrell from Louisville, both of whom participated in previous events. A significant highlight of TBT 2025 is the introduction of “Home Court Advantage,” allowing host teams to compete in their own arenas throughout the tournament. This year, the Louisville alumni team has taken the lead in ticket sales, securing the right to host the quarterfinals, semifinals, and the championship game.
TBT continues to innovate with its format, utilizing the Elam Ending for the eighth consecutive year, where the game clock is turned off to allow for a thrilling finish based on reaching a target score.
As basketball enthusiasts look forward to this exciting competition, The Basketball Tournament promises to deliver high-stakes action and memorable moments, reinforcing its position as a summer highlight for sports fans.