March is finally here, and that can only mean one thing for die-hard basketball fans - it’s time for the Big Ten Tournament! The tournament is one of the biggest events in college basketball, and fans from all over the country will be tuning in to see who comes out on top.
2023 Big Ten Tournament: Dates, Location, and Schedule
The 2023 Big Ten Tournament is set to take place from March 8 to March 12. The tournament will be held at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. This will mark the first time that the tournament has been held in Indianapolis since 2016.
The tournament will feature all 14 teams in the Big Ten conference, with the winner receiving an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The tournament schedule will be as follows:
- First Round - March 8
- Second Round - March 9
- Quarterfinals - March 10
- Semifinals - March 11
- Championship Game - March 12
2022 Big Ten Tournament Recap
The 2022 Big Ten Tournament was held from March 9 to March 13 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Fans were treated to some of the best basketball of the year, as some of the country’s top teams battled it out on the court.
The tournament was won by the Ohio State Buckeyes, who defeated the Purdue Boilermakers in the championship game by a score of 91-85. The Buckeyes were led by their star guard, E.J. Liddell, who scored 29 points in the game and was named the tournament MVP.
The tournament also featured some other standout performances, including a 42-point game from Michigan State’s Max Christie in a first-round win over Indiana, and a triple-double from Illinois’ Andre Curbelo in a quarterfinal win over Iowa.
2021 Big Ten Tournament Recap
The 2021 Big Ten Tournament was held from March 10 to March 14 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The tournament was originally scheduled to be held at the United Center in Chicago, but was moved due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The tournament was won by the Illinois Fighting Illini, who defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes in the championship game by a score of 91-88 in overtime. The Fighting Illini were led by their star guard, Ayo Dosunmu, who scored 22 points in the game and was named the tournament MVP.
The tournament also featured some other memorable moments, including a buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Iowa’s Jordan Bohannon to defeat Wisconsin in the quarterfinals, and a historic performance by Michigan’s Franz Wagner, who became the first player in tournament history to record a triple-double in a win over Maryland in the quarterfinals.
Historical Moments in Big Ten Tournament History
The Big Ten Tournament has a rich history, filled with memorable moments and clutch performances. Here are some of the most iconic moments in tournament history:
- 2000 - The first Big Ten Tournament is held at the United Center in Chicago. The Michigan State Spartans win the inaugural tournament, defeating the Illinois Fighting Illini in the championship game.
- 2004 - The tournament is won by the Wisconsin Badgers, who become the first team to win four games in four days to win the championship.
- 2010 - In a stunning upset, the 8th-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes win the tournament, defeating the top-seeded Michigan State Spartans in the championship game.
- 2014 - The tournament is won by the Michigan Wolverines, who defeat the Michigan State Spartans in the championship game just one month after their head coach, John Beilein, had a heart attack.
- 2019 - The tournament is won by the Michigan State Spartans, who defeat the Michigan Wolverines in the championship game. The win gives Michigan State its third Big Ten Tournament title in five years.
Printable Big Ten Tournament Brackets
Are you a fan of filling out brackets and predicting the winners of each game? If so, we’ve got you covered. Below are some printable Big Ten Tournament brackets to help you keep track of the action:
- 2013 Big Ten Tournament bracket
- 2022 Big Ten Tournament bracket
- 2020 Big Ten Tournament bracket
- 2021 Big Ten Tournament bracket
How to Watch the Big Ten Tournament
The Big Ten Tournament will be broadcast on several major networks, including CBS, ESPN, and the Big Ten Network. If you’re a cord-cutter, there are several streaming options available as well.
If you’re not able to watch the games live, you can still stay up-to-date on all the action by following along on social media or checking out the latest scores and highlights on your favorite sports news websites.
The Big Ten Tournament: A Must-Watch Event for College Basketball Fans
The Big Ten Tournament is one of the most exciting events in college basketball, and it’s not hard to see why. With top teams from one of the country’s most competitive conferences battling it out on the court, fans are treated to some of the best basketball of the year.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of a particular team or just love the sport of basketball in general, the Big Ten Tournament is a must-watch event. So mark your calendars, grab some snacks and settle in for some thrilling basketball action!
