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NCAAB · 2 years ago

How to Watch March Madness: NCAA Tournament Schedule, TV, & Odds

Sportsgrid Staff

Host · Writer

As March rolls in, the excitement for one of the most electrifying events in college sports builds to a fever pitch: March Madness. Whether you’re a die-hard fan looking to follow your favorite team’s journey, a casual viewer aiming to catch the most thrilling games, or someone interested in the betting odds, this guide has got you covered. 

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We’ll walk you through the complete NCAA Tournament schedule, how and where to watch the games, including TV channels and streaming options, and provide insights into the odds that could help predict this year’s champions. Gear up for a rollercoaster of emotions as we dive into the world of March Madness.

March Madness NCAA Tournament Schedule

NCAA Tournament Round Dates Days of the Week
NCAA First Four March 19-20 Tuesday-Wednesday
NCAA First Round March 21-22 Thursday-Friday
NCAA Second Round March 23-24 Saturday-Sunday
NCAA Sweet 16 March 28-29 Thursday-Friday
NCAA Elite Eight March 30-31 Saturday-Sunday
NCAA Final Four April 6 Saturday
NCAA Championship Game April 8 Monday

How to Watch the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 (March 28)

Time Team 1 Team 2 Channel
7:09 p.m. (2) Arizona (6) Clemson CBS
7:39 p.m. (1) UConn (5) San Diego State TBS/truTV
9:39 p.m. (1) North Carolina (4) Alabama CBS
10:09 p.m. (2) Iowa State (3) Illinois TBS/truTV

How to Watch the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 (March 29)

Time Team 1 Team 2 Channel
7:09 p.m. (2) Marquette (11) North Carolina State CBS
7:39 p.m. (1) Purdue (5) Gonzaga TBS/truTV
9:39 p.m. (1) Houston (4) Duke CBS
10:09 p.m. (2) Tennessee (3) Creighton TBS/truTV

Where to Stream the NCAA Tournament

You can stream the NCAA Tournament on multiple digital platforms: Paramount+, MAX, and March Madness Live (with cable subscription). 

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2024 NCAA Tournament Champion Betting Odds

  • UConn (+200)
  • Houston (+600)
  • Purdue (+600)
  • Arizona (+8500)
  • Tennessee (+1200)
  • North Carolina (+1300)
  • Marquette (+1600)
  • Duke (+2300)
  • Creighton (+2300)
  • Iowa State (+2300)
  • Gonzaga (+2700)
  • Illinois (+3500)
  • Alabama (+3600)
  • Clemson (+8500)
  • San Diego State (+9000)
  • North Carolina State (+10000)

2024 NCAA Tournament Betting Insights

BetMGM NCAA Tournament Insights: Final Four

Highest Ticket%: North Carolina 9.3% | UConn 6.1% | Houston 5.8%

Highest Handle%: Arizona 10.6% | North Carolina 9.9% | UConn 9.3% | 

Biggest Liability: North Carolina State | North Carolina | Arizona