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After an impressive 30-win campaign and an NCAA Tournament appearance in Ryan Odom’s first year as head coach, Virginia now faces the challenge of repeating last year’s success. The Hoos return a talented core led by Thijs De Ridder, Johann Grünloh, and Chance Mallory. With plenty of returning talent and another year under Odom, Virginia has the pieces to compete near the top of the ACC and make another March run.
Virginia fans can expect plenty of broadcasts across ESPN and its affiliated networks this season. That includes appearances on ACC Network, ESPN2, and ESPNU. The Cavaliers also have games on The CW, which stream through ESPN Unlimited. The only matchup outside ESPN Unlimited is a road trip to Maryland, airing on Peacock and NBCSN.
Keep reading to find out how to watch Virginia Cavaliers basketball this season, including the Commonwealth Clash matchups with Virginia Tech.
2026–27 Virginia Cavaliers men’s basketball TV schedule
Virginia faces a challenging nonconference slate. The Cavaliers meet Arkansas in the Capital Showcase, host Kentucky, and travel to New York City to take on UConn. They also face Marquette and Xavier at the Battle 4 Atlantis. And that’s all before ACC play even begins.
Use the table below for the latest tip-off times and TV/streaming assignments. We’ll keep it updated if the schedule shifts during the season.
NCAAM - Virginia Cavaliers Schedule
| Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
November | |||
Drexel Dragons | Tuesday, Nov. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | |
Northeastern Huskies | Friday, Nov. 6 | 5:00 p.m. | |
Sunday, Nov. 8 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Bucknell Bison | Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Friday, Nov. 13 | 8:00 p.m. | ||
Old Dominion Monarchs | Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds | Friday, Nov. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | |
At Marquette Golden Eagles | Wednesday, Nov. 25 | Noon | |
At Xavier Musketeers | Friday, Nov. 27 | 11:00 a.m. | |
December | |||
Wednesday, Dec. 2 | 7:15 p.m. | ||
Boston College Eagles | Sunday, Dec. 6 | TBD | TBD |
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats | Tuesday, Dec. 8 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Western Carolina Catamounts | Sunday, Dec. 13 | Noon | |
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 3:00 p.m. | ||
At Clemson Tigers | Tuesday, Dec. 29 | 6:00 p.m. | |
January | |||
Saturday, Jan. 2 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD | |
At Stanford Cardinal | Wednesday, Jan. 6 | 9:00 p.m. | |
At California Golden Bears | Saturday, Jan. 9 | 4:00 p.m. | |
Boston College Eagles | Wednesday, Jan. 13 | 8:00 p.m. | |
At Miami Hurricanes | Saturday, Jan. 16 | 6:00 p.m. | TBD |
Tuesday, Jan. 19 | 9:00 p.m. | ||
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | Wednesday, Jan. 27 | 8:00 p.m. | |
Virginia Tech Hokies | Saturday, Jan. 30 | 6:00 p.m. | |
February | |||
At Syracuse Orange | Wednesday, Feb. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | |
Saturday, Feb. 6 | TBD | ||
At Pittsburgh Panthers | Tuesday, Feb. 9 | 7:00 p.m. | |
Notre Dame Fighting Irish | Saturday, Feb. 13 | 2:00 p.m. | |
Louisville Cardinals | Monday, Feb. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | |
At Virginia Tech Hokies | Tuesday, Feb. 23 | 7:00 p.m. | TBD |
Florida State Seminoles | Saturday, Feb. 27 | 2:00 p.m. | TBD |
March | |||
Monday, March 1 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
NC State Wolfpack | Saturday, March 6 | Noon |
Best TV plans for watching Virginia men’s basketball
Virginia fans have a pretty simple viewing setup compared to most college basketball fanbases nowadays. ESPN Unlimited covers nearly all of the Cavaliers’ regular-season games, including those on The CW. The lone exception airs on NBCSN and Peacock, so fans with NBCSN won’t need an additional streaming subscription.
Best Overall
YouTube TV’s Sports Plan brings Virginia’s ESPN and NBC Sports coverage together, while integrated ESPN Unlimited access includes CW Sports games where The CW is available locally. It also includes CBS and TNT Sports coverage for men’s March Madness, making it a strong choice for following the Cavaliers beyond the regular season.
Best Value
ESPN Unlimited brings Virginia’s ESPN and ACC Network broadcasts together in the ESPN app, along with games airing on The CW. With all but one scheduled regular-season matchup included, it’s a budget-friendly way to follow the Hoos without a full live TV package. You’ll still need NBCSN or Peacock for the lone exception.
How to watch Virginia men’s basketball FAQ
Where can I watch Virginia men's basketball for free?
There's no free option for UVA's entire season, but an over-the-air (OTA) antenna can potentially get you access to games on The CW through your local station. DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV also offer free trials of varying lengths for eligible new subscribers.
Does ESPN Unlimited carry Virginia games on The CW?
Yes, ESPN Unlimited streams Virginia's CW Sports broadcasts through the ESPN app. Direct subscribers can watch regardless of local CW availability, but viewers accessing ESPN Unlimited through a TV provider need that provider to carry The CW in their market.
How can I watch Virginia in the NCAA Tournament?
If Virginia qualifies for the NCAA Tournament, men's March Madness games are scheduled to air across CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. CBS games will also stream on Paramount+ for Premium subscribers, while games on TBS, TNT, and truTV are available through HBO Max with a Standard or Premium plan.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com team reviewed the official Virginia Cavaliers men’s basketball schedule and ACC viewing details to compare ways to follow the team. We weighed confirmed assignments, ESPN Unlimited and CW access, subscription overlap, and local availability.
We’ll update this guide’s schedule table throughout the season if start times or broadcast details change. To learn more about our methods, check out our Editorial Policy.
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