The Big 12 is shaking things up with a move to an 18-game conference schedule in the 2025-2026 season, and they’ve just released the matchups for all 16 teams. Fans and analysts alike are buzzing with anticipation as these changes promise to add a new layer of excitement and challenge to the conference play.
For BYU, this means facing off against Texas Tech, Arizona, and Utah both home and away. With Texas Tech expected to be in the preseason top 10 and Arizona not far behind in the top 15, these matchups offer BYU four solid Quad One opportunities. It’s a chance for the Cougars to bolster their resume and aim for a high seed in the NCAA Tournament. Utah, on the other hand, is predicted to sit towards the bottom of the Big 12 table, providing a different kind of opportunity for BYU to notch crucial wins as they vie for a Big 12 title.
In addition to their conference schedule, BYU is nearly set with their 13-game non-conference slate. Highlights include an exhibition matchup against Nebraska on October 18, and another exhibition in Salt Lake City against North Carolina. This showdown is likely to follow the Nebraska game, around October 24 or 25.
As for the regular season, BYU will face a challenging opener against a team like Villanova in Las Vegas on November 3, followed by a home clash with Holy Cross on November 8, a matchup with Delaware on November 11, and notable games against UConn in Boston and Wisconsin in Salt Lake City. They’ll also head to the ESPN Events Invitational in Orlando with potential contests against Miami, Georgetown, or Dayton over two days.
The Cougars will cap off their non-conference schedule with a string of games including Clemson in New York City, and several December matchups that look to test their endurance and skill before diving into the thick of Big 12 competition.
This lineup sets the stage for an exciting season, full of challenges and opportunities that could shape BYU’s path to college basketball glory. Whether it’s building a resume or stacking up conference wins, the upcoming season promises to be one to watch for Cougar fans and college basketball enthusiasts alike.
