Here's how you can watch the Michigan State Spartans vs. the Auburn Tigers Elite Eight matchup Sunday: tipoff time and where to stream

The Michigan State Spartans got their momentous win over Ole Miss Friday night, but with the upcoming showdown against Auburn on Sunday, MSU is certainly in for an uphill battle against the Tigers.

Auburn is a 5.5-point favorite, so don't expect an MSU upset.

How the Michigan State Spartans could win: MSU is well-balanced and equally relies on its roster for scoring. Jaden Akins (12.8 PPG), the dynamic two-way guard, will have to be on fire on Sunday to give the Spartans any hope of locking up All-American Tiger's forward Johni Broome (18.5 PPG). 

How the Auburn Tigers could win: If MSU goes cold, which can happen, the Auburn and Johni Broome will drive into the paint and quickly diminish any possibility of an MSU win. 

When is the elite Eight MSU vs. Auburn game on Sunday?

Sunday, March 30th, 2025

• Matchup: (1) Auburn vs. (2) Michigan State
• Time: 2:05 PM (PST), 3:05 PM (MST), 5:05 PM (EST)
• Network: CBS
• Prediction and spread: The Auburn Tigers are a -5.5-point favorite and are most likely taking this matchup
• Who's winning: Auburn

How can I watch the MSU vs. Auburn Elite Eight game on Sunday?

To watch the Auburn vs. Michigan State Elite Eight matchup, you’ll need access to CBS. 

What's the cheapest way to livestream the MSU Spartans vs. Auburn Tigers Elite Eight game?

Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Paramount Plus, and YouTube TV are all offering free trials, which will allow you to catch the Elite Eight matchup on Sunday — just ensure you're a new subscriber with any of the platforms and it offers CBS, which ensures you're eligible for the free trial.

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Michigan State Spartans vs. Auburn Tigers Stats: Quick side-by-side comparison and what you need to know

In this 2025 Elite Eight matchup, the stats lie in Auburn's favor. The Tigers are proficient scorers and will rely on their size mismatch to drive into the paint and get MSU off-tempo. 

MSU will have to rely heavily on Jaden Akins' athleticism and offensive/defensive rebounding to have a slight chance of pulling off this upset. 

Who is winning the Michigan State Spartans vs. Auburn Tigers matchup?

Auburn is catching the W, sending the Spartans home to Michigan. We're not trying to call it early, but MSU had a phenomenal run. The Auburn Tigers are just too good.

Still, anything can happen. It's March Madness.