Men's DI Sweet 16:: Matchups are set for March 27-28, featuring 11 teams from the SEC and Big Ten. Only one double-digit seed, No. 10 Arkansas, remains.
Women's DII Final:: No. 3 Cal State Dominguez Hills will face No. 1 Grand Valley State for the championship title on March 28 in Pittsburgh, PA.
How to Watch:: Games are broadcast across CBS, TNT, TBS, and TruTV, with streaming available on Paramount+, Max, the March Madness Live app, and various live TV streaming services.
Why this matters:: March Madness captures national attention, showcasing intense competition, school pride, and the culmination of the college basketball season. Following the brackets and key matchups is essential for fans.
The second weekend of the Men's NCAA Tournament tips off Thursday, March 27th. High-major conferences are heavily represented, with the SEC (Auburn, Ole Miss, Alabama, Kentucky, Tennessee) and Big Ten (Michigan, Michigan State, Maryland, Purdue) claiming a significant number of spots. The Big 12 (Houston, Texas Tech, BYU, Arizona - *Note: Arizona is now Pac-12/Big 12 bound*) and ACC (Duke) also feature.
A key storyline is No. 10 Arkansas, led by coach John Calipari, upsetting higher seeds to become the only double-digit seed remaining. They face No. 3 Texas Tech in the West Region.
Sweet 16 Schedule (All Times ET):
Thursday, March 27
7:09 PM: (6) BYU vs. (2) Alabama (CBS)
7:39 PM: (4) Maryland vs. (1) Florida (TBS)
9:39 PM: (4) Arizona vs. (1) Duke (CBS)
10:09 PM: (10) Arkansas vs. (3) Texas Tech (TBS)
Friday, March 28
7:09 PM: (6) Ole Miss vs. (2) Michigan State (CBS)
7:39 PM: (3) Kentucky vs. (2) Tennessee (TBS)
9:39 PM: (5) Michigan vs. (1) Auburn (CBS)
10:09 PM: (4) Purdue vs. (1) Houston (TBS)
The field has narrowed to the final two competitors for the 2025 DII Women's Basketball title. The Elite Eight, Semifinals, and Final are being held at the UMPC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
In the semifinals on March 26th, No. 3 Cal State Dominguez Hills defeated No. 7 Union (TN) 68-50, while No. 1 Grand Valley State overcame No. 4 Pittsburg State 68-61.
The National Championship game is set:
No. 3 Cal State Dom. Hills vs. No. 1 Grand Valley State
When: Friday, March 28, 7:00 PM ET
Where to Watch: ESPN+
This follows the 2024 championship where Minnesota State took home the title.
Fans have numerous options to watch the tournament:
TV Channels: CBS, TNT, TBS, TruTV
Streaming (Subscription Required):
Paramount+ (for CBS games)
Max (for TNT, TBS, TruTV games)
March Madness Live App (requires TV provider login)
Live TV Services: YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo (check services for channel availability)
Free Option: Watch games broadcast on your local CBS station using an over-the-air antenna (reception varies by location).
When are the Men's Sweet 16 games?
The Men's DI Sweet 16 games take place on Thursday, March 27, and Friday, March 28, 2025.
Who is playing in the DII Women's Basketball Championship Final?
The final features No. 3 Cal State Dominguez Hills against No. 1 Grand Valley State on Friday, March 28 at 7 PM ET.
What channels are broadcasting March Madness?
Games are spread across CBS, TNT, TBS, and TruTV.
Can I stream March Madness games?
Yes, through Paramount+ (CBS games), Max (TNT, TBS, TruTV games), the March Madness Live app (with TV login), or services like YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo.
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Men's Sweet 16 games (March 27-28) and the Women's DII Final (March 28).
Follow the underdog story of No. 10 Arkansas in the Men's tournament.
Check your local listings or streaming subscriptions (Paramount+, Max, ESPN+, Sling TV, Fubo, etc.) to ensure you can watch your preferred matchups.
Keep track of the brackets as teams advance towards the Final Fours in San Antonio (Men's DI) and Pittsburgh (Women's DII).
Which Sweet 16 matchup are you most excited about, and who is your pick for the DII Women's title? Let us know your thoughts!
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