Content overview: “Pac-12 Returns, Mountain West Shifts: 27 Non-Power Conferences to Watch in 2025 College Ho”. College basketball's landscape is shifting in 2025, with the Pac-12 returning and the Mountain West undergoing significant changes. Across the 27 non-power conferences, 32 leagues now compete, creating new rivalries and Cinderella opportunities. Teams like Gonzaga, Saint Mary's, and San Diego State continue to anchor their leagues, while newcomers such as Grand Canyon and Florida Atlantic aim to build on recent NCAA tournament success.
The return of the Pac-12 brings back historic programs like Oregon State and Washington State, while the Mountain West's realignment includes Boise State, Colorado State, and Utah State. Fans should watch for breakout players like Tucker DeVries at Drake and Tyon Grant-Foster at Grand Canyon, plus mid-major stars who could shine in March. With expanded conference tournaments and at-large bids on the line, every game matters. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.