How to watch the North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Ole Miss Rebels March Madness game: tipoff time, predictions, and where to stream

The North Carolina Tar Heels are set to take on the Ole Miss Rebels in a high-stakes first-round March Madness matchup today in Milwaukee. UNC is only a -1.5-point favorite — expect a rapid, exciting Madness game ('tis the season). 

A callout for the bracket holders: Despite Ole Miss’ impressive wins against top SEC teams, ESPN Analytics gives the Tar Heels a 56.3% win probability. Still, this matchup will make our break your bracket this afternoon.

When is the Ole Miss vs. North Carolina March Madness game?

Friday, March 21, 2025

• Matchup: Ole Miss vs. North Carolina
• Time: 1:05 PM (PST), 2:05 PM (MST), 4:05 PM (EST)
• Network: TNT
• North Carolina is the slight favorite here today.

How can I watch the March Madness game today?

To watch the Ole Miss vs. North Carolina March Madness game you’ll need access to TNT.

Catch the game streaming on services like DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, and Paramount Plus (all offering various promos and free trials).

North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Ole Miss Rebels Stats: Quick side-by-side comparison and what you need to know

The UNC Tar Heels are stronger across the board, leading in scoring, rebounding, and shooting efficiency, earning their 56% chance win probability in this matchup. 

Who is winning the North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Ole Miss Rebels matchup?

North Carolina Tar Heels are sending Ole Miss back home today. With 81.2 points per game and a tough 36.8 rebounds per tilt, the Tar Heels’ momentum after their SDSU win will be hard to bear.