2025 Sweet 16 NCAA Tournament: Game Times, Channels, and State Representatives

The Sweet 16 is Set: Game Times and Channels

The Sweet 16 lineup is ready to tip off, bringing us one step closer to crowning the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament champion. This year’s matchups feature top-ranked contenders, surprise underdogs, and plenty of excitement for college basketball fans. As we prepare for the next round of March Madness, let’s take a closer look at each game that will be played—along with a quick nod to the home states of the remaining teams.

Thursday, March 27

• Alabama (2) vs. BYU (6) – 7:09 p.m. on CBS
  • States: Alabama (Alabama) and Utah (BYU)
• Florida (1) vs. Maryland (4) – 7:39 p.m. on TBS
  • States: Florida (Florida) and Maryland (Maryland)
• Duke (1) vs. Arizona (4) – 9:39 p.m. on CBS
  • States: North Carolina (Duke) and Arizona (Arizona)
• Texas Tech (3) vs. Arkansas (10) – 10:09 p.m. on TBS
  • States: Texas (Texas Tech) and Arkansas (Arkansas)

Friday, March 28

• Michigan State (2) vs. Ole Miss (6) – 7:09 p.m. on CBS
  • States: Michigan (Michigan State) and Mississippi (Ole Miss)
• Tennessee (2) vs. Kentucky (3) – 7:39 p.m. on TBS
  • States: Tennessee (Tennessee) and Kentucky (Kentucky)
• Auburn (1) vs. Michigan (5) – 9:39 p.m. on CBS
  • States: Alabama (Auburn) and Michigan (Michigan)
• Houston (1) vs. Purdue (4) – 10:09 p.m. on TBS
  • States: Texas (Houston) and Indiana (Purdue)

Conclusion
As March Madness heats up, the Sweet 16 promises plenty of thrilling action and unforgettable moments. With a mix of powerhouse programs and upstart challengers, this year’s field has something for everyone. Tune in on Thursday and Friday to see which teams will punch their ticket to the Elite Eight—and which states will continue to proudly represent on the road to the championship.