The Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament is set to take place from March 10-14, 2026, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. This event marks the 26th occasion that Kansas City has hosted this prestigious tournament. Arizona, with an impressive 16-2 record, enters the tournament as the top seed.
Bracket Overview
The tournament features 13 teams, with several schools earning coveted double-byes into the quarterfinals. The seeds are as follows:
- 1. Arizona (16-2)
- 2. Houston (14-4)
- 3. Kansas (12-6)
- 4. Texas Tech (12-6)
- 5. Iowa State (12-6)
- 6. TCU (11-7)
- 7. West Virginia (9-9)
- 8. UCF (9-9)
- 9. Cincinnati
- 10. BYU
- 11. Colorado
- 12. Arizona State
- 13. Baylor
- 14. Oklahoma State
- 15. Kansas State
- 16. Utah
The top four seeds will begin play on March 12 during the quarterfinals. Kansas and Texas Tech secured their double-byes over Iowa State based on winning percentage in head-to-head matchups.
Match Schedule
The first round kicks off on March 10, 2026, with the following matchups:
| Game | Matchup | Time (CT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No. 12 Arizona State vs. No. 13 Baylor | 11:30 a.m. |
| 2 | No. 9 Cincinnati vs. No. 16 Utah | 2:00 p.m. |
| 3 | No. 10 BYU vs. No. 15 Kansas State | 6:00 p.m. |
| 4 | No. 11 Colorado vs. No. 14 Oklahoma State | 8:30 p.m. |
The second round will feature matchups on March 11, including No. 5 Iowa State facing the winner of Game 1 and No. 8 UCF facing the winner of Game 2. Quarterfinal games are scheduled for March 12, followed by semifinals on March 13, culminating in the final match on March 14.
Broadcast Information
All games will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, or ESPN+. The tournament champion will earn an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the tournament are currently available, offering a range of seating options:
- Sideline seats
- Corner seats
- Baseline seats
- Upper-level seating
Fans can also opt for premium experiences, such as club access in designated sections, including lounge seating and beverage service.
