Why is DJ Khaled at Arizona vs. Houston? Explaining why recording artist is courtside at Big 12 championship

A long way from Miami, the Big 12 Tournament championship game between Arizona and Houston looks like the best game of college basketball's final weekend before the NCAA Tournament. Even DJ Khaled came out to see it.

DJ Khaled was spotted sitting courtside for Saturday's contest between the Wildcats and Cougars, who are both heading into Selection Sunday as national championship contenders.

While it would be tough to blame him for wanting to take in that kind of game, the 50-year-old DJ and producer has another reason to attend the end of the Big 12 Tournament.

Here's what you need to know about DJ Khaled's appearance at Saturday's game between Arizona and Houston.

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Why is DJ Khaled at Arizona vs. Houston?

DJ Khaled is set to perform at the Big 12 Tournament afterparty in Kansas City following Saturday's championship game.

"The Big 12 Tournament is one of the biggest and best. I’m looking forward to bringing that energy to the Tournament After Party with a performance and connecting with the fans. Young world, the world is yours - you are now and you are the future! Keep going! WE THE BEST!" DJ Khaled said in the Big 12's official release announcing afterparty, which is free to fans and will be held at KC Live.

DJ Khaled with front row seat for Big 12 title game. He’ll headline show in P&L after Arizona-Houston pic.twitter.com/gbDmE03BQU

In the same release, the Big 12 called DJ Khaled "an incredible performer" whose performance will help the conference "deliver an unforgettable experience for our fans."

While the performance won't take place at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, the producer was in the building and sitting courtside when Arizona and Houston tipped off.

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What is KC Live?

DJ Khaled's performance will take place at KC Live — officially stylized as "KC Live!" — in Kansas City's Power & Light District. 

KC Live is an entire block dedicated to entertainment and music in downtown Kansas City, with a handful of bars and restaurants serving the space. KC Live is also popular for watch parties, which have been common during the Chiefs' run of success in the NFL, and fans will be able to congregate there to see DJ Khaled after the Big 12 Tournament wraps up.

Where is DJ Khaled from?

DJ Khaled was born and raised in New Orleans, but he's lived in Miami since 1998 and has become synonymous with South Florida.

Originally a radio DJ in Miami, DJ Khaled gained popularity as part of Fat Joe's hip hop collective Terror Squad and released his first album in 2006. 

Is DJ Khaled an Arizona or Houston fan?

DJ Khaled is a big sports fan, but he remains loyal to Miami. A Miami Heat and Florida Panthers fan, he has also cheered on the University of Miami at the collegiate level and was in the building when the Hurricanes faced Indiana in the College Football Playoff championship game in January.

For now, DJ Khaled doesn't appear to be choosing a side between Arizona and Houston.