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CBS Sports and TNT Sports Announce Tip Times and Commentators: Florida vs Texas Tech and Alabama vs Duke.
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CBS Sports and TNT Sports announce tip times and commentators for the Regional Finals of the 2025 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship on Saturday, March 29, on TBS and truTV. The games will also stream on NCAA March Madness Live and Max. Florida will take on Texas Tech in the first game at 6:09 p.m. ET, followed by Alabama playing Duke in the second game at 8:49 p.m. ET.

The Elite Eight matchup between Florida and Texas Tech is shaping up to be a thrilling contest. Florida, the No. 1 seed, enters the game with a nine-game winning streak and an impressive offensive record, averaging 85.5 points per game. Their guard rotation, led by Walter Clayton Jr., Alijah Martin, and Will Richard, has been a key factor in their success.


Texas Tech, the No. 3 seed, is coming off a dramatic overtime victory against Arkansas in the Sweet 16. Their frontcourt duo of JT Toppin and Darrion Williams will be crucial in challenging Florida's depth and size. Toppin, the Big 12 Player of the Year, has been dominant on the boards and in scoring.


The game will tip off at the Chase Center in San Francisco, with Florida favored to win. However, Texas Tech's grit and ability to rally make them a formidable opponent.

The Elite Eight clash between Duke and Alabama promises to be an electrifying showdown. Duke, the No. 1 seed, boasts a balanced team with standout freshman Cooper Flagg, who delivered an impressive 30-point performance in their Sweet 16 victory over Arizona. Alabama, the No. 2 seed, is known for its fast-paced style and three-point shooting, setting an NCAA record with 25 three-pointers in their win against BYU.


Duke's defense, ranked sixth nationally, will be key in limiting Alabama's scoring opportunities. Meanwhile, Alabama's guards will need to step up against Duke's length and pressure. The game will take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, with a Final Four spot on the line.

The Nissan NCAA Tip-Off pregame show will begin the night’s action at 5 p.m. ET with host Ernie Johnson and analysts Charles Barkley, Clark Kellogg, Kenny Smith and Jay Wright.

Winners from the Saturday games will advance to San Antino and a place in the Final Four.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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