March Madness live streams: How to watch 2024 NCAA Tournament games for free without cable

03-21-2024
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<p>It's time for another edition of March Madness, and that means college basketball fans are asking themselves one important question: How can I watch as many NCAA Tournament games as possible?</p>

<p>For those with standard cable packages, the answer is simple. March Madness action will be spread across four different networks.&nbsp;CBS will broadcast 21 games, TBS will broadcast 21 games, truTV will broadcast 13 games and TNT will broadcast 12 games.</p>

<p>If you've cut the cord, though, it can be difficult to navigate through the noise of the streaming offers flying at you. That's why we've gone through the trouble of breaking down the possible choices before the tournament tips off.</p>

<p>Here is everything you need to know about watching the NCAA Tournament, including streaming options for March Madness games.</p>

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<h2>March Madness live streams 2024</h2>

<p>NCAA Tournament games will air on&nbsp;CBS, TBS, TNT and truTV. Viewers can also stream March Madness games on <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a> (CBS),&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>&nbsp;(CBS) and&nbsp;<a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a>&nbsp;(TBS, TNT and truTV).</p>

<p>Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.</p>

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<td><b>Round</b></td>
<td><b>TV channel</b></td>
<td><strong>Live stream</strong></td>
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<td>First Four</td>
<td>truTV</td>
<td><a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>First Round</td>
<td>CBS, TBS, TNT, truTV</td>
<td><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, <a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>Second Round</td>
<td>CBS, TBS, TNT, truTV</td>
<td><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, <a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>Sweet 16</td>
<td>CBS, TBS</td>
<td><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, <a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>Elite Eight</td>
<td>CBS, TBS</td>
<td><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, <a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>Final Four</td>
<td>TBS</td>
<td><a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<td>Championship</td>
<td>TBS</td>
<td><a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a></td>
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<h2>How to watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament for free without cable</h2>

<p>You can watch NCAA Tournament games on Warner Bros. Discovery channels (TBS, TNT, truTV) for "free" via NCAA March Madness<a href="https://www.ncaa.com/march-madness-live/watch&quot; target="_blank"> </a>Live. You will need a cable or streaming service subscription in order to log in, but there is no additional charge.</p>

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<p>If you're looking for a free CBS option, you can check out <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>. Both services&nbsp;are currently offering free trials.</p>

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<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on Sling TV?</h2>

<p><a href="https://sling-tv.pxf.io/c/2436205/1268416/14334?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sli…; target="_blank">Sling</a> has Warner Bros. Discovery channels (TBS, TNT, truTV), but CBS is not part of its current package.</p>

<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on Paramount+?</h2>

<p>You can watch CBS games on <a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/2436205/1899107/3065&quot; target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, but Warner Bros. Discovery channels&nbsp;(TBS, TNT, truTV) are not available on the service.</p>

<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on Fubo?</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome?irad=366904&amp;irmp=1131770&amp;sharedid=e…; target="_blank">Fubo</a> doesn't carry Warner Bros. Discovery channels (TBS, TNT, truTV), but it does have CBS.</p>

<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on YouTube TV?</h2>

<p>Yes, YouTube TV provides access to CBS and Warner Bros. Discovery channels (TBS, TNT, truTV).</p>

<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on Hulu + Live TV?</h2>

<p>Yes, Hulu + Live TV includes Warner Bros. Discovery channels&nbsp;(TBS, TNT, truTV) and CBS in most cities.</p>

<h2>Can I watch the 2024 NCAA Tournament on DirectTV Stream?</h2>

<p>Yes, DirecTV Stream has CBS and Warner Bros. Discovery channels&nbsp;(TBS, TNT, truTV) as part of its current package.</p>