How to watch Michigan State Spartans basketball live online without cable 2025

How?

• TV channel: ESPN
• Streaming: ESPN app, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV (with ESPN Plus bundle), DIRECTV STREAM, YouTube TV, Paramount Plus, and Max.
• First-time live streaming subscriber options:

Michigan State Spartans prediction and odds for March Madness 2025

The Odds: National Championship 25-1, Final Four +400*

*Please note that the provided betting odds are for informational and research purposes only, subject to change and potentially not reflecting real-time market conditions

What do you need to know about the Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball team?

• Jaden Akins leads the team with 12.9 PPG.
• The Spartans are well-positioned for a deep run in March Madness 2025, thanks to their efficient ball movement.
• A strong free throw percentage at 78.9%, can be crucial in tight games during March Madness.

*Stats current as of March 13, 2025

What channels are Michigan State Spartans March Madness games on in 2025?

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

How to watch the Spartans on Sling TV with 50% off your first month

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 with a 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 with a 5-day free trial

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 Fubo with a 5-day free trial

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.

How to watch the Spartans on YouTube TV with a 7-day free trial

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 — no free trial right now, but an excellent library of content

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 with a 7-day free trial

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.

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.