The Basketball Tournament 4x9mins

The Basketball Tournament (TBT) is an open-invitation, single-elimination tournament played each summer in the United States, with the stakes being a cash prize (the most recent tournament in 2025 had a $1 million purse going to the winners). The number of teams playing in the tournament has varied since its establishment, but in recent years has settled into a 64-team field.

The event was founded in 2014 by real estate developer and TV producer Jonathan Mugar, and as of 2025, the tournament airs in the U.S. on Fox and its sister network Fox Sports 1 (FS1).

The Basketball Tournament (TBT) is an annual, high-stakes, winner-takes-all basketball competition featuring top-tier teams from across the United States. The "TBT 4x9mins" format refers to the tournament's game structure, where each game consists of four quarters, each lasting nine minutes. This format emphasizes fast-paced, intense basketball action, showcasing talented players, including former college stars, NBA alumni, and international professionals. The tournament is renowned for its exciting gameplay, passionate fan engagement, and significant cash prizes awarded to the winning team. Held in various locations across the country, TBT offers a thrilling showcase of basketball talent and competitive spirit, making it a must-watch event for basketball enthusiasts.