The Elite Eight serves a valuable purpose for March Madness teams and fans: separating the true contenders from the also-rans. Of course, it’s important to lock down your viewing plans ahead of time. That’s why we’ve gathered everything you need to know about this year’s NCAA Elite Eight basketball games.
Keep reading to explore Elite Eight channel listings, dates, and tip-off times.
What channel is the Elite Eight on?
For the 2024 Elite Eight basketball round, you can watch the men’s games on CBS and TBS. The women’s matchups air on ABC and ESPN.
Most of these channels are available on providers like DIRECTV STREAM and Xfinity. You can also subscribe to Paramount+ with SHOWTIME to stream CBS Sports’ Elite Eight games, while B/R Sports on Max has the TBS games.
Want to watch more March Madness? Check out our Men’s March Madness TV Schedule and Women’s March Madness TV Schedule guides for a closer look at each tournament’s broadcast details.
2024 NCAA tournament Elite Eight schedule
What teams are in the Elite Eight? Following the Sweet 16 round, the men’s and women’s Elite Eight brackets are in. Check out the tables below for this year’s Elite Eight basketball TV schedules.
Men’s NCAA tournament Elite Eight schedule
| Date | Game | Location | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Mar 30 | (3) Illinois vs. (1) UConn | Boston, MA | 6:09 p.m. | TBS, B/R Sports on Max |
| Saturday, Mar 30 | (4) Alabama vs. (6) Clemson | Los Angeles, CA | 8:49 p.m. | TBS, B/R Sports on Max |
| Sunday, Mar 31 | (2) Tennessee vs. (1) Purdue | Dallas, TX | 2:20 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Sunday, Mar 31 | (11) NC State vs. (4) Duke | Detroit, MI | 5:05 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
Data effective as of post date.
Women’s NCAA tournament Elite Eight schedule
| Date | Game | Location | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, Mar 31 | (3) Oregon State vs. (1) South Carolina | Albany, NY | 1:00 p.m. | ABC |
| Sunday, Mar 31 | (3) NC State vs. (1) Texas | Portland, OR | 3:00 p.m. | ABC |
| Monday, Apr 1 | (3) LSU vs. (1) Iowa | Albany, NY | 7:15 p.m. | ESPN |
| Monday, Apr 1 | (3) UConn vs. (1) USC) | Portland, OR | 9:15 p.m. | ESPN |
Data effective as of post date.
Watch 2024 NCAA basketball Elite Eight games for free
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Want to watch the Elite Eight for free? You can watch games broadcast on CBS for free by connecting an over-the-air (OTA) antenna to your TV. If you want to stream Elite Eight games this year, we’d recommend getting a free trial for a streaming TV service like DIRECTV STREAM, which carries every Elite Eight channel.
How to watch the Elite Eight FAQ
Who is in the Elite Eight?
The men’s 2024 Elite Eight round features Illinois, UConn, Alabama, Clemson, Tennessee, Purdue, NC State, and Duke. The women’s teams include Oregon State, South Carolina, NC State, Texas, LSU, Iowa, UConn, and USC.
When does the Elite Eight start?
The Elite Eight men’s NCAA basketball games will start on Saturday, March 30. For women’s NCAA basketball, their Elite Eight games will begin on Sunday, March 31.
Where is the Elite Eight in 2024?
The men’s NCAA basketball Sweet 16 and Elite Eight games will be divided between the following arenas:
- TD Garden in Boston
- American Airlines Center in Dallas
- Little Caesars Arena in Detroit
- Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles
The women’s NCAA basketball Sweet 16 and Elite Eight games will be divided between the following arenas:
- Times Union Center in Albany, N.Y.
- Moda Center in Portland, Ore.
Why you should trust us
We analyzed this year’s NCAA March Madness schedule to break down dates, broadcast times, and more. We also cross-referenced this information with our existing streaming and TV deals coverage to ensure you get the most bang for your buck.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
Disclaimer
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