TheTVApp NCAAB: Where to Watch March Madness and College Basketball Live
Want March Madness live, college basketball on TV or a way to watch the NCAA tournament? Fans search “TheTVApp NCAAB” when March comes around, but college basketball runs for months. This guide explains where the men’s NCAA Tournament was shown in 2026, how to follow the regular season, and how to prepare for the next tournament.
The 2026 men’s tournament has finished, so the details below describe how it was shown and give a guide to what to expect next March. Broadcast details come from published reports and can change. TheTVApp (this website) is an independent guide and does not host or stream video. Last updated: October 30, 2026.
March Madness live and college basketball on TV: where to watch
For the 2026 men’s tournament, CBS Sports and TNT Sports shared coverage of all 67 games across four networks. For current official listings, see the NCAA’s official website.
| Broadcaster or service | What it carries | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| CBS and Paramount+ | Tournament games on CBS | CBS games also streamed on Paramount+ |
| TBS, TNT and truTV | Tournament games on the TNT Sports networks | These games streamed on HBO Max |
| NCAA March Madness Live | All tournament games, according to the NCAA | Used with a TV login for some games |
| Live TV services | DIRECTV STREAM, YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV carried CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV | Fubo carried only the CBS games, according to published reports |
| Regular season | Games on many networks and conference streaming services | Check your team’s schedule |
March Madness at a glance
67 games
The 2026 men’s tournament played 67 games from mid-March into early April.
Four networks
CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV carried the games.
Viewership
The networks reported an average of 10.9 million viewers, up 7 percent from the year before.
Next tournament
Expect a similar setup next March, but check announcements for the new season.
Regular season
Games are on ESPN, FOX, CBS and conference services, and they differ by team.
How to find where a game is on
Tournament days are crowded, so a simple routine keeps you on the right channel.
1
Open the official schedule
Use your team’s schedule or the NCAA’s March Madness Live site to see the date, start time and channel for each game.
2
Check the round and the time slot
Early rounds put four games on at once, so note which channel has the game you care about.
3
Find your game on the four networks
CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV rotate games, and the schedule names the channel for each.
4
Choose your stream
CBS games stream on Paramount+, and the TNT Sports networks stream on HBO Max, according to published reports.
5
Check your access
Confirm your antenna, TV package or streaming plan carries the network for the game, or sign in on the NCAA’s March Madness Live site.
Watching college basketball without cable
Antenna for CBS
CBS games are free over the air where you receive them.
Paramount+ for CBS games
Check which plan includes live CBS.
HBO Max for TNT Sports networks
TBS, TNT and truTV games streamed there in 2026.
Use the NCAA app
NCAA March Madness Live lists every game and where to watch.
Why you may not find a game
Four networks
Games moved between CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV.
Login rules
Some streams need a TV login.
Overlapping early rounds
Several games air at once, so you need to pick a channel.
Old guides
Pages from earlier years list different partners.
Regular season confusion
Regular-season rights differ by team and conference.
Watching on your TV or phone
Paramount+, HBO Max and the NCAA March Madness Live app work on smart TVs, streaming sticks and phones. To open a website instead of an app, see our guides for Firestick, smart TVs and Android and iPhone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where was March Madness shown in 2026?
On CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV, with streaming on Paramount+ and HBO Max, according to published reports.
Can I watch March Madness for free?
CBS games are free with an antenna. Games on the TNT Sports networks need a TV package or a streaming plan.
Where is the regular season shown?
Games are spread across many networks and conference platforms, so check your team’s schedule.
Is there a college basketball live stream on TheTVApp?
This site is a guide and does not run a stream, and we cannot verify that sites using the name hold NCAA rights.
When is the next tournament?
It usually takes place in March and April. Check the NCAA website for the dates.
How can I watch March Madness live on my phone?
Use the NCAA March Madness Live app, or the Paramount+ or HBO Max app, depending on the game.
Conclusion
The 2026 men’s tournament was shared by CBS Sports and TNT Sports across four networks, which is a useful template for next year.
For the regular season, start with your team’s schedule and your conference’s streaming options.