The anticipation builds as Championship Week unfolds, heralding the imminent commencement of the exhilarating women’s college basketball Big Ten Conference Tournament at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. With the pinnacle of success within reach, the Big Ten champion is poised to claim a coveted spot among the elite teams securing automatic bids to the 2025 women’s NCAA tournament.
Eyes are set on the upcoming showdown, with the Big Ten Tournament serving as the grand stage for the triumphant USC Trojans, basking in the glory of their recent historic triumph. Their resounding 80-67 victory over UCLA not only clinched their inaugural Big Ten regular-season title but also marked their first conference championship in over three decades. Led by the exceptional sophomore JuJu Watkins, a standout performer this season boasting averages of 24.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists, the Trojans are geared up with a stellar 26-2 record, poised to etch their legacy in the impending tournament.
The Big Ten Tournament will set off with three pivotal matchups on Wednesday, as Minnesota takes on Washington in a thrilling opener. Below is the comprehensive schedule for the Big Ten Tournament, along with details on how to catch the action live.
Women’s College Basketball Big Ten Tournament Schedule
All times are Eastern; teams are arranged by Big Ten tournament seed.
Wednesday, March 5:
– #13 seed Minnesota vs. #12 seed Washington at 3:30 p.m. on Peacock
– #15 seed Rutgers vs. #10 seed Nebraska at 6 p.m. on Peacock
– #14 seed Wisconsin vs. #11 seed Iowa at 8:30 p.m. on Peacock
Thursday, March 6:
– #9 seed Indiana vs. #8 seed Oregon at 12 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #5 seed Michigan at 2:30 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #7 seed Illinois at 6:30 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #6 seed Michigan State at 9 p.m. on Big Ten Network
Friday, March 7:
– TBD vs. #1 seed USC at 12 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #4 seed Maryland at 2:30 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #2 seed UCLA at 6:30 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. #3 seed Ohio State at 9 p.m. on Big Ten Network
Saturday, March 8:
– TBD vs. TBD at 3 p.m. on Big Ten Network
– TBD vs. TBD at 5:30 p.m. on Big Ten Network
Sunday, March 9:
– Championship game: TBD vs. TBD at 4:
