The inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament kicked off with excitement as Butler secured a late victory over Utah, winning 86-84. Star guard Pierre Brooks scored the game-winning layup with just seconds left on the clock. Brooks accomplished a stellar performance, finishing with a game-high 22 points.

The tournament continues with further matches scheduled, including a matchup between Villanova and Colorado on Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. ET. Other teams include Boise State, DePaul, and Cincinnati, all vying for a spot in the quarterfinals. The championship game is set for Sunday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

2025 College Basketball Crown Schedule

• Monday, March 31
  1. Butler 86, Utah 84 | Recap
  2. Boise State 89, George Washington 59 | Recap
• Tuesday, April 1
  1. DePaul vs. Cincinnati, 3 p.m. | FS1
  2. Oregon State vs. UCF, 5:30 p.m. | FS1
  3. Colorado vs. Villanova, 8:30 p.m. | FS1
  4. Tulane vs. USC, 11 p.m. | FS1
• Quarterfinals
  1. Butler vs. Boise State, 7 p.m. | FS1
  2. Nebraska vs. Georgetown, 9:30 p.m. | FS1
• Championship
  1. Semifinal winners, 5:30 p.m. | Fox