The North Carolina Tar Heels are consistently one of the top-performing teams in men’s NCAA basketball and have undoubtedly earned their No. 1 seed in this years March Madness Tournament. The Tar Heels take on the Alabama Crimson Tide in a Sweet 16 matchup this Thursday on CBS.
If you’re wondering how to keep up with Tar Heels action throughout the end of March, you’re in the right place. You can catch almost all of the North Carolina Tar Heels’ games through live TV streaming services, skipping the high prices of cable and watching from anywhere. Here’s a look at how to watch Tar Heels basketball this season.
Where can you stream North Carolina Tar Heels Games?
March Madness games will be broadcasted on TBS, TNT, TruTV, and CBS this year. Here’s how these channel lineups look for each of the services that carry the above channels.
| Channel | DIRECTV STREAM | Hulu + Live TV | Sling TV | YouTube TV | Max | Fubo | Paramount Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| TNT | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| TruTV | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| CBS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on DIRECTV STREAM
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entertainment | $86.99 | 90+ | Yes |
| Choice | $114.99 | 125+ | Yes |
| Ultimate | $129.99 | 160+ | Yes |
| Premier | $169.99 | 185+ | Yes |
DIRECTV STREAM features every channel listed above you’ll need to watch the Tar Heels kick off March Madness. Unlimited DVR allows you to rewatch any UNC game from the tournament this year. You’ll have Sit back and relax as the Final Four is right around the corner.
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on Hulu + Live TV
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live TV Only | $81.99 | 95+ | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV Bundle | $82.99 | 95+ | Yes |
| Hulu (No Ads) + Live TV Bundle | $95.99 | 95+ | No |
Hulu + Live TV has some major bonus perks in terms of on-demand content, but it’s also no slouch for sports programming. A subscription includes major channels like ABC, TNT, TruTV, CBS, Fox, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, FS1, SEC Network, ACCN, Big 10 Network, and NFL Network. You can keep up not only with the Tar Heels here but with tons of extra college hoops on ESPN Plus.
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on Sling TV
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | $45.99 | 30+ | No |
| Blue | $45.99 | 40+ | No |
| Orange & Blue | $60.99 | 48+ | No |
Sling TV’s channel list includes TBS, TNT, and TruTV. With this access you’ll be set up for the majority of Houston games this month. The only drawback is the platform doesn’t broadcast CBS. You can buy a digital antenna to supplement coverage, making Sling TV the most affordable way to stream the Houston Cougars during March Madness.
If you’re looking for more live sports, Sling can scale up with you. With Sling Orange & Blue and the Sports Extra add-on, you’ll have even more sports channels, including NFL Network, Big Ten Network, FS2, and NFL RedZone.
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on YouTube TV
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Plan | $82.99 | 110+ | Yes |
YouTube TV includes a balanced blend of sports, news, and entertainment available. Like many of its competitors, YouTube TV also features unlimited cloud DVR storage. You’ll have full access to every March Madness game this year.
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on Max
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| With Ads | $9.99 | B/R Sports | No |
| Ad-Free | $15.99 | B/R Sports | No |
| Ultimate Ad-Free | $19.99 | B/R Sports | No |
Max has a deal for new subscribers looking to watch March Madness this year. With any plan you sign up for, Max will add on the B/R Sports add-on at no charge, giving you the ability to stream TBS, TNT, and TruTV. Max is on the Tar Heels side.
Watch North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball on Fubo
| Plan | Cost per Month | Channels | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $79.99 | 190+ | Yes |
| Elite | $89.99 | 260+ | Yes |
| Ultimate | $99.99 | 270+ | Yes |
If watching Tar Heels basketball is your top priority, you’ll want to pair another streaming service with Fubo to get complete coverage this March. You’ll have a plethora of channels to watch after the tournament covering college and professional sports from around the world.
Watch Houston Cougars Basketball on Paramount Plus
| Plan | Cost per Month | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | $7.99 | Yes |
| With SHOWTIME | $12.99 | Yes |
Paramount Plus provides CBS for March Madness fans, which makes it easy to pair with other streaming services that don’t have CBS on their channel list. You’ll also be able to watch on-demand shows and other live channels like Comedy Central and MTV after the tournament.
FAQ
What channel is the UNC basketball game on?
North Carolina’s first round game will be broadcast on CBS against (16) Wagner/Howard. Tune in Thursday, March 21st at 2:45 pm ET for a round 1 March Madness tip-off.
Are the North Carolina Tar Heels good?
The Tar Heels men’s basketball program is one of the most successful NCAA programs of all time. The team has made more Final Four appearances than any other men’s basketball team, and they’ve only posted a losing record twice since 1964.
How can I listen to UNC basketball?
Tar Heels games air on a wide variety of radio stations around the country. In Chapel Hill, you can find them on FM 97.9 and AM 1360.
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