The Basketball Tournament (TBT), renowned for its exhilarating winner-take-all format and a hefty $1 million prize, has entered a substantial multi-year media rights agreement with FOX Sports. Under this new partnership, FOX Sports will broadcast 27 of the tournament's games, including the championship game on August 4, across its networks—FOX, FS1, and FS2. This collaboration marks a new chapter for TBT as it celebrates its second decade, promising broader exposure and enhanced viewer engagement. The deal was highlighted by TBT co-owner and NBA player Chris Paul, who expressed enthusiasm about the growth and heightened competitive spirit the partnership would bring. The tournament will feature 64 teams in a single-elimination format and host games across eight regional events, each managed by an alumni team from a prominent college basketball program. These events are set to unfold in cities like Wichita, Houston, and Indianapolis, with regional games kicking off on July 19. The tournament will climax with the grand finale in early August, expected to be a spectacle of high stakes and fierce competition. With players such as Eric Bledsoe and Willie Cauley-Stein participating, this year's tournament is poised to draw record attendance and viewership, further solidified by the new broadcasting arrangement with FOX Sports. This partnership enhances TBT's visibility and enriches FOX Sports' basketball offerings, delivering top-tier basketball action to fans nationwide.
