The Big Ten Conference has released the schedules for the 2024-25 men's and women's basketball seasons, including notable matchups and key dates. Nebraska's women's team will open at home against Minnesota on Dec. 8, with their season concluding on March 2 at Northwestern, while the men's team starts on Dec. 7 at Michigan State. Rutgers will face Michigan State on Jan. 25 at Madison Square Garden, a game sought by coach Steve Pikiell to showcase his talented team at a prestigious venue. Illinois' men's team will open Big Ten play on Dec. 6 at Northwestern, with their first home game against Wisconsin on Dec. 10. Meanwhile, the ACC schedules for Syracuse's men's and women's basketball teams will be released next week.