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How to Watch Michigan State Spartans March Madness Basketball 2024

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This post was written in partnership with Sling TV.

If you plan to watch Michigan State games without cable, we can help. Our guide shows you which channels you’ll need and the live TV streaming platforms that’ll best accommodate your needs for this years March Madness tournament.

What channels are Michigan State Spartans March Madness games on?

Michigan State basketball, along with the other 63 teams in the tournament, can be found on TNT, TBS, TruTV, and CBS this year. 

Channel Sling TV Hulu + Live TV DIRECTV STREAM YouTube TV Max
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How to watch the Spartans on Sling TV (Our preferred service)

  • Pricing begins at $40.00/mo
  • 31+ live TV channels
  • Free trial currently unavailable

Sling TV is one of the best values in the streaming world. With each package, you’ll receive 50 hours of recording space. You can upgrade to 200 hours for another $5 per month. Michigan State fans can catch almost every single March Madness game with Sling's channel list this year. Just make sure to add on Paramount Plus for CBS coverage.


How to watch the Spartans on Hulu + Live TV

  • Pricing begins at $76.99/mo
  • 95+ live TV channels
  • 3-day free trial

With a Hulu + Live TV plan you will have every channel you'll need to watch every Spartans March Madness matchup. With plenty of other on-demand and live content included with the Disney Bundle, you'll never be out of something to watch.


How to watch the Spartans on DIRECTV STREAM

  • Pricing begins at $79.99/mo
  • 90+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

DIRECTV STREAM is a service that leaves nothing up to chance. March Madness? Got it. Regional Sport Networks (RSNs)? You bet. You can pretty much find anything you'll need on DIRECTV STREAM so Michigan State fans don't have to worry once they're in the Final Four.


How to watch the Spartans on YouTube TV

  • Pricing begins at $72.99/mo
  • 100+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

YouTube TV provides subscribers with every channel needed to watch every March Madness game. With one base plan it's an easy decision if you're leaning toward this streaming service.


How to watch the Spartans on Max

  • Pricing starts at $9.99/month
  • 4K viewing options available
  • Free trial currently unavailable

Max knows how to step it's game up. With the B/R Sports add-on, that is included for free with any package, you'll be able to watch every game on TNT, TBS, and TruTV.


How to watch the Spartans on Paramount Plus

  • Pricing begins at $5.99/mo
  • Premium subscription comes with local CBS station
  • Free trial currently available

At it's low price point Paramount Plus is a great service to fill in the gaps of Sling TV's channel list. Get CBS with Paramount Plus and the rest with a combination of another service.


How to watch the Spartans on Fubo

  • Pricing begins at $79.99/mo
  • 161+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

Fubo, known for its sports, is missing a few of the channels college basketball fans will need this March. Only boasting CBS on the Fubo channel list, make sure to team up with Sling TV for an all-inclusive viewing of March Madness.


FAQ

How can I listen to the MSU basketball game on my phone?

Stream Michigan State basketball games through the Spartans Media Network. You can download the app for free to listen to games live or catch on-demand replays. 

What is the Spartan Media Network?

The Spartan Media Network allows Michigan State fans to listen to games live through the MSU athletics mobile app. Once downloaded, you can stream games live, listen to press conferences and much more. 

Where can I watch college basketball live?

You’ll need a streaming platform with ESPN, Fox, CBS and Fox Sports 1 to catch the most action. It’s also ideal to have access to TNT, truTV and TBS since they broadcast some of the NCAA tournament games.

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