BIG 12 REVEALS 2024–25 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE PAIRINGS: BYU’s Conference Slate Nearly Set
The Big 12 Conference released its men’s basketball schedule pairings for the upcoming 2024–25 season on Wednesday, bringing BYU fans one step closer to seeing the full slate of games for the Cougars’ second season in college basketball’s toughest conference.
While official dates and times are yet to be announced, the home-and-away matchups provide a clear look at who BYU will face and where the battles will take place. Coming off a competitive debut season in the Big 12, BYU is preparing for another grueling campaign filled with blue bloods, emerging powers, and must-see matchups.
BYU’s 2024–25 Big 12 Opponents
According to the newly released pairings, BYU will face five teams in home-and-away series, with the remaining opponents split between home-only and road-only matchups. Here’s how the Cougars’ conference schedule shakes out:
Home-and-Away Opponents:
Kansas
Utah
Oklahoma State
UCF
Texas Tech
These double matchups promise to deliver high drama, particularly the rivalry series with Utah. Fans are already circling the calendar for those contests, which will mark the first time the two programs face off in Big 12 play since the conference expansion.
The inclusion of Kansas, a perennial national powerhouse, in BYU’s home-and-away lineup also raises the stakes. The Cougars battled Kansas tough last year in a close contest, and having them come to the Marriott Center again is sure to create a high-intensity atmosphere.
Home-Only Opponents:
Baylor
TCU
Cincinnati
Houston
BYU’s fans will enjoy seeing Baylor and Houston, both regulars in the NCAA Tournament and former No. 1 seeds, visit Provo. These games will be crucial opportunities for resume-building wins in front of a home crowd that consistently ranks among the loudest in the country.
Road-Only Opponents:
Iowa State
Kansas State
Texas
West Virginia
Some of the toughest venues in college basketball—such as Hilton Coliseum (Iowa State) and the Octagon of Doom (Kansas State)—are on BYU’s road schedule. The Cougars will also travel to Austin for a high-profile clash with Texas before the Longhorns depart for the SEC next season.
Key Takeaways for Cougar Nation
This schedule reflects the challenge and opportunity that comes with competing in the Big 12. With four of last year’s Elite Eight teams in the mix and no easy nights, BYU will need to be sharp from the jump. The experience gained last season should pay dividends, and early-season depth development will be key.
Head coach Mark Pope addressed the release, stating, “We’re excited. This league pushes you to the limit, but that’s why our players came here. We’re going to embrace every game, every battle.”
What’s Next
With the opponents set, the Big 12 will announce the full game schedule—including dates and television broadcasts—in the coming weeks. Non-conference matchups are also expected to be finalized soon, with BYU likely participating in at least one high-profile preseason tournament.
Until then, BYU fans can start making travel plans, circling key games, and preparing for another wild ride through the nation’s premier basketball conference.
