How To Watch Indiana Hoosiers Men’s Basketball in 2025
✦ Edited and fact-checked by Junior Sports Writer Alex Vejar, our junior sports writer with over 10 years of covering sports.
A new era in Bloomington
Let’s be honest: last season was tough. The “high misery index” in Bloomington was palpable as the Mike Woodson era ended not with a bang, but with a 19-13 record and no NCAA Tournament bid. It felt like purgatory, watching a post-centric offense struggle in a game that has moved to the perimeter. Now, the page hasn’t just been turned; the entire book has been replaced. New head coach Darian DeVries arrives from Drake with a 10-player transfer class and a completely new philosophy.
The entire 2025–26 Indiana Hoosiers roster is built in his image. DeVries has brought in a slew of shooters, led by his son, star wing Tucker DeVries, and fellow guard Conor Enright. The buzz is all about a 3-point shooting galore, a fast-paced, modern offense that I, for one, am thrilled to see inside Assembly Hall.
Tracking this brand-new team means navigating a familiar set of channels—Big Ten Network (BTN), FOX, FS1, CBS, and ESPN—but with a new wrinkle. You will also need Peacock for five exclusive conference games. To make sure you don’t miss a single shot of this fresh start, I’ve put together this complete guide on how to watch Indiana Hoosiers basketball.
2025–2026 Indiana men’s basketball TV schedule
The new-look Hoosiers tip off on November 5 against Alabama A&M, but the tests come fast. We’ll get a great early look at this team against Marquette (Nov. 9), and then it’ll face a brutal December stretch against Louisville (Dec. 6) and at Kentucky (Dec. 13). That run will be a massive measuring stick for this new roster.
Of course, all eyes will be on the rivalry games against Purdue on January 27 (at home) and February 20 (away). This season also marks the second year of the new-look Big Ten, which means a new West Coast road trip in late January to face UCLA and USC. The Big Ten Tournament returns to Chicago from March 10–15, 2026.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama A&M Bulldogs | Wednesday, Nov. 5 | 8:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Marquette Golden Eagles | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 1:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| Milwaukee Panthers | Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 7:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| Incarnate Word Cardinals | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 5:30 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Lindenwood Lions | Thursday, Nov. 20 | 6:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Kansas State Wildcats | Tuesday, Nov. 25 | 8:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| Bethune-Cookman Wildcats | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 12:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Minnesota Golden Gophers | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 7:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Louisville Cardinals | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 2:15 p.m. | CBS |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 8:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Kentucky | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Chicago State Cougars | Saturday, Dec. 20 | 1:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| Siena Saints | Monday, Dec. 22 | 6:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Washington Huskies | Sunday, Jan. 4 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Maryland Terrapins | Wednesday, Jan. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | TBA |
| Nebraska Cornhuskers | Saturday, Jan. 10 | 12:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| At Michigan State Spartans | Tuesday, Jan. 13 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Saturday, Jan. 17 | 2:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Michigan | Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Rutgers Scarlet Knights | Friday, Jan. 23 | 6:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Purdue | Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 9:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At UCLA | Saturday, Jan. 31 | 5:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At USC Trojans | Tuesday, Feb. 3 | 10:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Wisconsin | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 12:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Oregon Ducks | Monday, Feb. 9 | 8:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Illinois | Sunday, Feb. 15 | 1:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Purdue | Friday, Feb. 20 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Northwestern Wildcats | Tuesday, Feb. 24 | 7:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Michigan State Spartans | Sunday, March 1 | 3:45 p.m. | TBA |
| Minnesota Golden Gophers | Wednesday, March 4 | 6:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Ohio State Buckeyes | Saturday, March 7 | 5:30 p.m. | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching Indiana men’s basketball
To catch every nationally televised IU game, your setup needs to include your local CBS and FOX affiliates, plus the core cable networks: BTN, FS1, and ESPN. This combination will cover about 90% of the season’s biggest games.
My top recommendation for a foundational streaming service is Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV. Both reliably carry all those essential channels, including BTN, in most markets. The non-negotiable add-ons this year are Peacock and B1G+. You must have a Peacock Premium subscription ($10.99–$16.99/mo.) to catch those five exclusive conference games, including the home game against Purdue. You’ll also want a B1G+ monthly pass (around $12.99/mo) for the early-season exhibition and non-conference games.
Fubo and Stream with DIRECTV are also strong choices that carry the core channels. And if you’re in an area with shaky internet, a traditional cable or satellite package still gets the job done without buffering, just make sure your plan includes BTN.
How to watch Indiana men’s basketball FAQ
Where can I watch Indiana men's basketball for free?
You can watch some IU games for free using an over-the-air (OTA) antenna. Any game broadcast on your local FOX or CBS affiliate is available this way. For everything else on Big Ten Network, FS1, or Peacock, you'll need a paid subscription or a free trial to a live TV streaming service.
How can I stream Indiana basketball without cable?
The best way is with a live TV streaming service like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Fubo. These services include Big Ten Network, ESPN, FS1, and your local channels in one package. You will also need a separate subscription to Peacock for its exclusive Big Ten games.
Can I watch Indiana basketball on Peacock?
Yes, and it's a must-have this season. Peacock has the exclusive streaming rights for five IU conference games: at Michigan State (Jan. 13), at Michigan (Jan. 20), vs. Purdue (Jan. 27), at UCLA (Jan. 31), and at USC (Feb. 3).
What is B1G+ and do I need it to watch Hoosiers basketball?
B1G+ (aka Big Ten Plus) is a separate streaming service from the Big Ten Network. It streams non-televised games (usually exhibition or early non-conference matchups) and on-demand replays. You will need it for the two exhibition games and the December 20 game against Chicago State, but it is not used for major conference games.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com editorial team cross-referenced the official Indiana men’s basketball schedule with the channel lineups of every major TV provider. Using those details, we selected our viewing recommendations based on channel availability, pricing, and ease of use.
This guide is updated regularly throughout the season to ensure our information is accurate. To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.
