2025 Players Era Festival: College Basketball Schedule, Scores, TV Channels
The 2025 Players Era Festival is set to feature an expanded lineup of college basketball teams, with 18 men’s and four women’s teams participating. The event will take place in Las Vegas, utilizing the MGM Grand Garden Arena and Michelob ULTRA Arena for the games.
Men’s College Basketball Tournament
The tournament began with intense action on November 24 and 25. On the opening day, Michigan delivered a commanding performance, defeating Gonzaga 101-61 to secure the championship title. All participating men’s teams played predetermined matchups, leading to the final championship games.
Championship Format
- Men’s matches took place on November 24 and 25.
- Teams finishing with a 2-0 record qualified for the championship game and the third-place matchup on November 26.
- Teams with a 1-1 record followed in the standings.
- Tiebreakers used include point differential, points scored, and points allowed.
Final matchups for both the championship and third place games were determined by performances on November 25.
Women’s College Basketball Tournament
The women’s tournament showcases four teams, including three participants from the 2024 Women’s Final Four. Semifinal games are scheduled for November 26, while the championship and third-place games will take place on Thanksgiving Day, November 27.
Viewing Information
Fans can catch all tournament action streamed live on HBO Max. Here’s a quick overview of the schedule:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| November 24 | Men’s Games |
| November 25 | Men’s Games |
| November 26 | Women’s Semifinals |
| November 27 | Women’s Championship & Third Place |
Mark your calendars for this thrilling showcase of college basketball talent at the 2025 Players Era Festival.
