The 2026–27 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Schedule is here, giving college basketball fans a guide to the upcoming season’s games, important matchups, home and away fixtures, broadcast information, and postseason action. Whether you follow Purdue, Indiana, Michigan, Michigan State, Illinois, UCLA, USC, or another Big Ten team, this page is designed to help you find the basketball schedule information you need in one place.
The Big Ten Conference features 18 member schools, and each team will play a 20-game conference schedule during the 2026–27 season. The conference slate includes 180 matchups, with teams competing for conference standings, tournament seeding, and a place in the postseason. The Big Ten conference schedule begins on December 1, 2026, while the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament is scheduled for March 9–14, 2027, in Indianapolis.
Below, you can find the complete 2026–27 Big Ten basketball schedule, organized into weekly listings to make it easier to check game dates, opponents, locations, TV networks, and tip-off times.
2026–27 Big Ten Basketball Schedule at a Glance
Here are the key details for the 2026–27 Big Ten men’s basketball season.
- Season: 2026–27
- Conference: Big Ten Conference
- Number of Big Ten teams: 18
- Conference games per team: 20
- Total conference matchups: 180
- Conference play begins: December 1, 2026
- Conference tournament: March 9–14, 2027
- Tournament location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana
- Schedule information: Game dates, opponents, venues, broadcasters, and times are listed in the schedule tables below.
The regular season includes non-conference games as well as Big Ten matchups. Conference games are particularly important because they influence league standings and seeding for the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament.
Full 2026–27 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Schedule
Looking for the full Big Ten basketball schedule for 2026–27? Use the schedule listings below to check upcoming matchups throughout the season. The tables are organized by week so you can quickly find games without having to search through one long list.
Each schedule entry includes the available game date, visiting team, home team, city, state, broadcaster, and scheduled time in Eastern Time (ET). Check the relevant listing for the latest available information about a particular matchup.
2026–27 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Schedule — Week-by-Week Shortcodes
Each week is a separate
2026–27 Big Ten Basketball Schedule by Month
The season schedule is easier to follow when you divide it into monthly sections. Early-season games help teams prepare for conference competition, while the winter months bring a busy stretch of league matchups and the final push toward postseason play.
November 2026: Early-Season College Basketball
November marks the beginning of the regular-season schedule for Big Ten teams. During this period, teams play non-conference opponents and work to build momentum before conference competition becomes a major focus.
Fans should check the November schedule for opening games, early-season tests, and matchups involving nationally recognized college basketball programs. Game dates, locations, and broadcast details can vary by team, so consult the schedule listings for the specific information available for each game.
December 2026: Big Ten Conference Play Begins
December is an important month in the 2026–27 Big Ten men’s basketball season because conference play begins on December 1, 2026.
The opening conference schedule features matchups involving teams such as Rutgers, Indiana, Wisconsin, Northwestern, Iowa, Purdue, Oregon, and UCLA. The first stretch of conference games runs through December 13 before the schedule takes a break from league competition.
Big Ten action resumes on December 30, with Oregon visiting Ohio State and Purdue hosting USC. These games help set the stage for the heavier conference schedule in January.
January 2027: A Busy Month of Conference Matchups
January brings a packed schedule of Big Ten basketball games. Teams face familiar conference opponents while competing for valuable wins that can shape the league standings.
This month includes home and away matchups involving programs such as Michigan, Michigan State, Purdue, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Maryland, Wisconsin, Ohio State, and Penn State.
Fans following the Big Ten basketball schedule should pay close attention to consecutive games, road trips, and matchups between teams competing near the top of the conference standings. Use the weekly schedule tables above to find individual game dates, venues, TV networks, and tip-off times.
February 2027: The Race for Tournament Positioning
February is another crucial month for Big Ten basketball. With the regular season moving toward its final stretch, every conference win can matter for the standings and tournament seeding.
Teams will continue facing conference rivals in a schedule that includes both home and road games. This is also a useful time for fans to check the latest listings for broadcast information and any announced changes to game times.
If you are tracking a particular team, review its remaining February fixtures to see which opponents it must face before the regular season concludes.
March 2027: Final Regular-Season Games and the Big Ten Tournament
March brings the final regular-season matchups and the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament. The conference schedule includes games through March 7, followed by the tournament from March 9 through March 14, 2027.
The tournament will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Teams will compete through the tournament bracket for the Big Ten title, with their seeding based on the conference’s tournament format and qualification rules.
Fans should check the latest official tournament information for the bracket, game times, broadcast assignments, and results as the event approaches.
How the 2026–27 Big Ten Basketball Schedule Works
The Big Ten uses a 20-game conference schedule for each member school. Every team faces three conference opponents twice—once at home and once away—and plays the remaining 14 conference opponents once.
For those single-play opponents, teams have seven home games and seven away games. This format gives each program a mix of home-court opportunities and challenging road matchups during conference play.
In addition to conference games, the full college basketball season includes non-conference matchups. These games provide opportunities to face opponents from other conferences and prepare for the demanding Big Ten schedule.
The weekly schedule tables on this page are intended to make both the dates and the available game information easier to check throughout the season.
Where to Watch Big Ten Basketball Games in 2026–27
Fans can follow Big Ten men’s basketball through the television and streaming platforms assigned to individual games. Broadcast availability varies by matchup, and not every game necessarily appears on the same network or service.
The conference’s broadcast partners include platforms such as:
- Big Ten Network (BTN): Carries selected Big Ten basketball games.
- FOX and FS1: Broadcast selected conference matchups.
- CBS: Carries selected regular-season games and the Big Ten Tournament semifinals and championship game.
- NBC and Peacock: Offer selected games, including games available through Peacock.
- Paramount+: Streams CBS Sports coverage where applicable.
The broadcaster column in the schedule tables provides the available network information for each listed matchup. Always check the individual game listing before tip-off because broadcast assignments and viewing availability may vary.
Some streaming services may require a subscription, and local availability can depend on the provider and location.
Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament 2027: Dates and Location
The 2027 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament is scheduled for March 9–14, 2027, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The tournament is the conference’s postseason championship event. Teams compete according to the tournament bracket, with the highest seeds receiving byes into later rounds under the established format.
The tournament schedule is planned to include opening-round games, second-round matchups, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the championship game. The top four seeds are scheduled to enter during the quarterfinal round, while other qualifying teams begin in earlier rounds.
CBS Sports is scheduled to broadcast the semifinals and championship game, with those games also available to stream on Paramount+. Check official tournament announcements for the final bracket, exact game times, and complete broadcast details.
Big Ten Teams to Follow During the 2026–27 Season
The Big Ten includes 18 member programs, each with its own schedule, rivalries, and season goals. Fans can use the weekly listings to follow their preferred team or compare upcoming games across the conference.
Some of the programs featured in the 2026–27 Big Ten basketball schedule include:
- Illinois Fighting Illini
- Indiana Hoosiers
- Iowa Hawkeyes
- Maryland Terrapins
- Michigan Wolverines
- Michigan State Spartans
- Minnesota Golden Gophers
- Nebraska Cornhuskers
- Northwestern Wildcats
- Ohio State Buckeyes
- Oregon Ducks
- Penn State Nittany Lions
- Purdue Boilermakers
- Rutgers Scarlet Knights
- UCLA Bruins
- USC Trojans
- Washington Huskies
- Wisconsin Badgers
The conference schedule features matchups between these programs throughout the season. Use the date and matchup columns to locate a team’s next game, identify its opponent, and check the available venue and broadcast details.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Big Ten men’s basketball conference play begin in 2026–27?
Big Ten conference play begins on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, with four scheduled conference matchups.
How many conference games does each Big Ten team play?
Each Big Ten team plays 20 conference games during the 2026–27 season.
How many teams are in the Big Ten Conference?
The Big Ten Conference has 18 member schools participating in the 2026–27 men’s basketball season.
When is the 2027 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament?
The tournament is scheduled for March 9–14, 2027, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Where can I find the full 2026–27 Big Ten basketball schedule?
You can find the full schedule in the weekly tables on this page. The listings are designed to help readers check dates, visiting teams, home teams, locations, broadcasters, and times in Eastern Time when that information is available.
Where can I check Big Ten basketball TV channels and game times?
Check the broadcaster and time columns in the schedule tables for the information available for each game. Confirm the details with the official Big Ten or participating school schedule if a listing changes.
Are all Big Ten basketball games shown on the same channel?
No. Broadcast assignments vary by game. Selected matchups are shown on BTN, FOX, FS1, CBS, NBC, Peacock, and other announced platforms. Check the individual game listing for its assigned broadcaster.
Does the Big Ten basketball schedule include non-conference games?
The overall college basketball season includes both non-conference and conference games. The Big Ten conference slate itself consists of 20 conference games per team.
