Stream college basketball on DIRECTV
Score big this season
From the first game of the regular season to the final tip-off of the Big Tournament, stream the NCAA basketball games you want on DIRECTV, no satellite dish required. *
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Find out when your team is playing right here – and how to watch the game live on DIRECTV
Stream more games live
Want access to college basketball viewing options? Get top live sports networks like ESPN, FS1, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC & The CW to watch nationally televised college basketball games.ⓘRegional Sports Networks
Get DIRECTV Sports Pack & watch college basketball on regional sports networks (RSNs) like FanDuel Sports Network, NBC Sports, Altitude Sports, just to name a few.ⓘThe Big Tournament
Wondering where to tune in to watch the action this March? DIRECTV not only has a TV schedule for the NCAA tournament with game times & network info, but also the networks you need to watch the tournament live.Get specialty networks with DIRECTV Sports Pack
For die-hard college sports fans, DIRECTV has dedicated conference networks you need to watch more of your favorite teams on the SEC Network, Big Ten Network, ACC Network & ESPNU.Take college hoops wherever you go
The DIRECTV app lets you take live sports on the go, so you never have to miss your alma mater or favorite team hit the court. You can even record matchups & watch them on your phone later!ⓘPersonalize your March Madness experience
Your TV just got smarter. DIRECTV SPORTS CENTRAL™ allows you to customize your viewing experience to focus on your favorite collegiate basketball team, with real-time stats, pre-game odds, game time notifications & more.Get more of the college sports you love, right on DIRECTV
Watch the Bracket-Breaking Madness
Watch NCAA March Madness games live on CBS, TBS, TNT, truTV & the ESPN family of networks from Selection Sunday to the Championship.
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Get the Insider playbook
Stay up to date with women's and men's college basketball with DIRECTV Insider. With game schedules, teams to watch & information on how to watch the tournament, Insider is a slam dunk.
Some DIRECTV Sports Pack channels are also included in some base packages. Blackouts apply. RSNs are only included for customers with CHOICE™ package or higher. RSNs vary by market. Due to local blackouts, out-of-market professional sports games are available by separate subscriptions.
DIRECTV x Big Ten All Access
Big Ten fans are in luck. DIRECTV’s partnership with the BigTen gives you exclusive access to iconic moments and behind the scenes action.
When is the men’s basketball tournament this March?
Final team selections for the Big Tournament take place on Sunday, March 16th, with games beginning on March 18th
When does college basketball start?
Both the women and men’s college basketball season begin each November.
How can I stream the college championship basketball tournament in 2025?
You can stream and watch live, every game of the 2025 men's & women’s tournament from almost any device through DIRECTV! Subscribe to our CHOICE™ TV package and download the DIRECTV app. Login and enjoy all the tournament action from your favorite streaming device.
Local channels not available in all markets. Available only in the U.S. (excl. Puerto Rico and U.S.V.I.). Req’s compatible device and data connection; data charges may apply. Not all channels available to stream. Limited to up to 3 concurrent streams. Restr’s apply. Visit directv.com/app for more information.
Local channels not available in all markets. Available only in the U.S. (excl. Puerto Rico and U.S.V.I.). Req’s compatible device and data connection; data charges may apply. Not all channels available to stream. Limited to up to 3 concurrent streams. Restr’s apply. Visit directv.com/app for more information.
How can I watch NCAA basketball?
Stream college basketball games on ABC, ESPN, CBS, Fox, CW, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS Sports, SEC Network, USA, TBS, TNT, and more.
Where can I find the 2024 basketball tournament TV schedules?
You can find every college championship game on TV with DIRECTV college basketball TV schedules, along with betting odds, win probability, networks and more!