🏀 College Basketball

College Basketball Squares

Run squares for any college basketball game. March Madness, conference tournaments, or regular season matchups. Our free platform handles live scoring and winner detection automatically.

Live CBB Scores
March Madness Ready
Auto Team Names & Colors
Winners Picked Automatically
100% Free
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🏀 Buzzer beater!

Upcoming College Basketball Games

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What Are College Basketball Squares?

College basketball squares use the same 10x10 grid format as football squares, but adapted for basketball's two-half structure. Winners are determined by the last digit of each team's score at halftime and at the final buzzer. The game requires zero basketball knowledge to enjoy.

College basketball's unpredictability, especially during March Madness, makes it perfect for squares. Upsets happen constantly, Cinderella teams emerge, and every game feels like it could go either way. That excitement translates perfectly to a squares game. For a full explanation of the rules, visit our How to Play page.

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Two halves, not four quarters

Unlike the NBA, college basketball uses two 20-minute halves. Our standard format gives you a halftime winner and a final winner, simple and exciting.

Popular Times for College Basketball Squares

Squares work for any game, but these occasions are especially popular.

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March Madness

The NCAA Tournament is the ultimate squares event. 67 games over three weeks of pure madness.

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Final Four

The national semifinals and championship game, the biggest college basketball games of the year.

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Conference Tournaments

Conference tournament week is packed with games. Perfect for daily squares games.

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Rivalry Games

Duke-UNC, Kentucky-Louisville, Michigan-Michigan State. Rivalry games deserve squares.

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Regular Season

Any game works. Great for office watch parties or dorm watch nights.

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Early Season Tournaments

Maui Invitational, Battle 4 Atlantis, Champions Classic. Early season showcases are great for squares.

How College Basketball Squares Work Here

We handle all the details so you can focus on the game.

1

Create Your Game

Pick your matchup from our list of upcoming games. Major conference and tournament games all available.

2

Share the Link

Send one link to your group. Players claim squares by entering their name. No accounts needed. Works for remote groups too.

3

Lock & Randomize

Once your grid is full, randomize the numbers with one click. Fair and transparent. See what makes a good grid for tips.

4

Watch Winners Announced

Live scores update automatically. At halftime and the final buzzer, winning squares are highlighted.

Built for College Basketball

Our platform handles college basketball's two-half format and overtime scenarios.

Two-Half Scoring

Winners at halftime (1H) and final (2H), matching college basketball's structure.

Flexible Overtime Handling

Standard uses final score for 2H. "With Overtime" tracks regulation end separately for a 3rd winner if OT. Our overtime guide explains both formats.

Tournament Support

March Madness, conference tournaments, early season events. All available with live scoring.

Live Score Integration

Scores update automatically during the game. No refreshing or manual entry needed.

College Basketball Squares FAQ

How many winners are there in college basketball squares?

Standard format has 2 winners, one at halftime and one at the final. With overtime mode, you can have a 3rd winner if the game goes to OT.

Do you have all the March Madness games?

Yes. Once the tournament bracket is set, all 67 NCAA Tournament games are available with live scoring. Visit our dedicated March Madness Squares page for tournament-specific details.

What about smaller schools?

We have major conference games and tournaments. For smaller matchups, you can create a manual game and enter scores yourself.

Can I run squares for multiple tournament games?

Absolutely. Create a separate game for each matchup, or use one grid across multiple games if your group prefers.

Do I need to know basketball to play?

Not at all. Squares are 100% luck based. Numbers are assigned randomly, and winners are determined by the score. Read our guide on squares for non-sports fans to see why everyone enjoys it.

Is this really free?

Yes, completely free. No premium tiers, no limits on games, no hidden fees.

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Learn More About Squares

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