The Pac-12 basketball tournaments are set to make their long‑awaited return to Las Vegas, with the championship games scheduled at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. After a multi‑year hiatus, the conference announced that the events will be staged at the iconic venue on the Las Vegas Strip, marking a symbolic homecoming for the league.
A Fresh Lineup and a New Identity
The reshuffle brings seven new institutions — Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, Gonzaga, San Diego State, Texas State and Utah State — into the Pac‑12 fold, swelling the full‑time membership to nine while affiliate spots expand to twelve.
Conference commissioner Teresa Gould emphasized that the move reflects the growing strength of both the teams and the brands that now call the league home.
Only Oregon State and Washington State remain from the original lineup, but the expanded roster promises fresh rivalries and heightened competition as the Pac‑12 seeks to reassert its national relevance.
Fans can expect a revitalized atmosphere in Las Vegas, where the blend of historic Pacific‑coast programs and rising western schools will create a unique tournament narrative.