Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament Bracket Announced
The Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament is set to take place from March 10 to March 14, 2026, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. This marks the 26th year that Kansas City will host the tournament.
Bracket Details and Seedings
Arizona has earned the top seed after finishing the regular season with a remarkable 16-2 record. The remaining top seeds include:
- No. 2 Houston (14-4)
- No. 3 Kansas (12-6)
- No. 4 Texas Tech (12-6)
These teams have secured coveted double-byes and will begin their tournament play in the quarterfinals on March 12.
Kansas and Texas Tech outperformed Iowa State (No. 5 seed, 12-6) to clinch the final double-byes. Their superior performance in head-to-head matchups determined the seeding, where Kansas leads with a win percentage of .667 over Texas Tech’s .500.
Teams with Single-Byes
The teams with single-byes into the second round on March 11 are:
- No. 6 TCU (11-7)
- No. 7 West Virginia (9-9)
- No. 8 UCF (9-9)
West Virginia’s undefeated record against tied teams secured their ranking, while UCF triumphed over No. 9 seed Cincinnati by a score of 82-71, establishing their spot in the bracket. BYU, with a 9-9 record, is seeded 10th due to its poor head-to-head results.
Tournament Schedule
The tournament kicks off on March 10, featuring the following matchups:
| Game | Teams | Time (CT) | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | No. 12 Arizona State vs. No. 13 Baylor | 11:30 a.m. | ESPN+ |
| Game 2 | No. 9 Cincinnati vs. No. 16 Utah | 2:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| Game 3 | No. 10 BYU vs. No. 15 Kansas State | 6:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| Game 4 | No. 11 Colorado vs. No. 14 Oklahoma State | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN+ |
Subsequent Rounds
The second round on March 11 will showcase:
| Game | Teams | Time (CT) | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 5 | No. 5 Iowa State vs. Game 1 Winner | 11:30 a.m. | ESPN2 |
| Game 6 | No. 8 UCF vs. Game 2 Winner | 2:00 p.m. | ESPNU |
| Game 7 | No. 7 West Virginia vs. Game 3 Winner | 6:00 p.m. | ESPNU |
| Game 8 | No. 6 TCU vs. Game 4 Winner | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN2 |
Broadcast and Tickets
Fans can watch all tournament games live on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, or ESPN+. Ticket options are available, including baseline, corner, and upper-level seating. Premium seating options like the Busey Bank Club offer enhanced experiences with personal service and food credit.
The tournament winner will secure an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. For anyone interested, tickets can still be purchased through Filmogaz.com.
