The highly anticipated College Basketball Crown tournament is officially set to kick off from March 31 to April 6, 2024, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas. This inaugural postseason tournament will feature a thrilling 16-team bracket showcasing talent from seven competitive conferences, including the Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, WCC, Mountain West, A-10, and AAC. Fans can catch all the action live on FOX and FS1.
This year's tournament is packed with fierce competition. Here’s a closer look at the participating teams:
Conference: West Coast Conference
Record: 19-14 (8-10)
Bio: The Cougars boast a well-rounded offensive strategy with five players scoring in double figures, led by junior guard Nate Calmese, who averages 15.2 points per game. With strong support from Dane Erikstrup and Ethan Price in the paint, and LeJuan Watts leading the rebounding efforts at 6.7 per game, Washington State aims to improve on their 1-7 record against Quad 1 opponents this season.
Conference: Big East
Record: 17-15 (8-12)
Bio: After losing freshman standout Thomas Sorber to injury, the Hoyas rely on senior Micah Peavy and junior Jayden Epps. Peavy leads the team with 17.2 points per game, while Epps contributes 12.8 points. Georgetown has secured notable victories against Creighton and Xavier, both NCAA Tournament teams.
Conference: Mountain West
Record: 24-10 (14-6)
Bio: The Broncos finished fourth in the Mountain West and were a bubble team heading into the tournament. Senior forward Tyson Degenhart has been a key player, averaging 17.9 points and 6.1 rebounds. Boise State's triumphs include wins against Clemson and New Mexico.
Conference: A-10
Record: 21-12 (9-9)
Bio: The Revolutionaries ended the season strong with three consecutive wins and are led by junior Rafael Castro, who averages 14.1 points and 9.1 rebounds. Notable wins include victories over Dayton and St. Bonaventure.
Conference: West Coast Conference
Record: 20-12 (10-8)
Bio: The Beavers have had a volatile season in the WCC, relying on upperclassmen like Michael Rataj, who leads the team in multiple categories, including scoring and rebounding. Oregon State’s notable wins include Gonzaga and Nebraska.
Conference: Big East
Record: 19-14 (11-9)
Bio: The Wildcats have had an impressive season with key victories over Marquette and UConn. They are led by the nation’s top scorer, Eric Dixon, averaging 23 points per game.
Conference: Big Ten
Record: 16-17 (7-13)
Bio: USC has notable wins over Michigan State and Illinois, but struggled in Quad 1 games. The team is spearheaded by guards Desmond Claude, Wesley Yates III, and Chibuzo Agbo.
Conference: Big 12
Record: 13-19 (4-16)
Bio: Despite challenges, senior guard Alston Mason has excelled, showcasing his skills with nine double-digit games in his last ten. Their best win came against then-No. 23 West Virginia.
Conference: Big 12
Record: 18-15 (7-13)
Bio: Leading scorer Jizzle James averages 12.8 points and has been instrumental in the Bearcats’ early season success, including a strong start of 10-1.
Conference: Big East
Record: 14-19 (4-16)
Bio: In Chris Holtmann's first season, DePaul faced ups and downs but has shown resilience, with CJ Gunn averaging 12.8 points per game.
Conference: Big East
Record: 14-19 (6-14)
Bio: Butler's scoring is led by Jahmyl Telfort, Pierre Brooks II, and Patrick McCaffery, all contributing significantly throughout the season.
Conference: Big Ten
Record: 17-14 (7-13)
Bio: With several impressive wins under their belt, including those against UCLA and Oregon, Brice Williams shines as a star player, averaging 20 points per game.
Conference: Big 12
Record: 17-16 (7-13)
Bio: Keyshawn Hall is a standout performer, leading the Knights with 18.8 points and 7.8 rebounds per game, setting the stage for an exciting tournament run.
Conference: Big 12
Record: 14-20 (3-17)
Bio: The Buffaloes delivered a surprising win over UConn earlier in the season. Their scoring duo of Julian Hammond III and Andrej Jakimovski is key to their performance.
Conference: Big 12
Record: 16-16 (8-12)
Bio: The Utes have collected several wins against other College Basketball Crown participants, including a notable victory over Kansas.
Conference: AAC
Record: 19-14 (12-6)
Bio: Under head coach Ron Hunter, guard Rowan Brumbaugh has been a driving force for Tulane, leading the team in multiple categories.
Mark your calendars for the thrilling matchups in the first round of the College Basketball Crown:
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