March Madness 2024: Full TV Schedule, Game Times, Channels, and Live Scores for Thursday’s NCAA Basketball Action
March Madness 2024 is in full swing, bringing basketball fans one of the most exciting days in college sports. The first Thursday of the NCAA Tournament is packed with thrilling matchups, potential upsets, and wall-to-wall coverage across multiple TV channels. Here’s everything you need to know about the full TV schedule, game times, channels, and where to find live scores for Thursday’s NCAA basketball action.
Thursday’s NCAA Tournament Schedule and Game Times
Thursday marks the start of the tournament’s Round of 64, featuring 16 games spread across four different TV channels. The action begins in the early afternoon and continues late into the evening. Below is the full schedule for Thursday’s games, with all times listed in Eastern Time (ET):
Early Afternoon Games
- 12:15 PM ET – (X) vs. (Y) – CBS
- 12:40 PM ET – (A) vs. (B) – TruTV
- 1:45 PM ET – (C) vs. (D) – TNT
- 2:10 PM ET – (E) vs. (F) – TBS
Afternoon Session
- 2:45 PM ET – (G) vs. (H) – CBS
- 3:10 PM ET – (I) vs. (J) – TruTV
- 4:15 PM ET – (K) vs. (L) – TNT
- 4:40 PM ET – (M) vs. (N) – TBS
Evening Session
- 6:50 PM ET – (O) vs. (P) – CBS
- 7:10 PM ET – (Q) vs. (R) – TruTV
- 7:25 PM ET – (S) vs. (T) – TNT
- 7:40 PM ET – (U) vs. (V) – TBS
Late Night Games
- 9:20 PM ET – (W) vs. (X) – CBS
- 9:40 PM ET – (Y) vs. (Z) – TruTV
- 9:55 PM ET – (AA) vs. (BB) – TNT
- 10:10 PM ET – (CC) vs. (DD) – TBS
Where to Watch: TV Channels and Streaming Options
To catch all the action, games will be broadcast across four major networks:
- CBS – The primary network for March Madness, airing key matchups.
- TNT – Covers multiple games throughout the tournament.
- TBS – Shares coverage with CBS and TNT.
- TruTV – Hosts first-round games and some later matchups.
For those streaming the tournament, the March Madness Live app provides access to all games. Additional streaming options include Paramount+ (CBS games), Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.
Live Scores and Game Updates
To stay up to date with real-time scores, brackets, and highlights, fans can check:
- NCAA.com – The official NCAA March Madness site with live updates.
- ESPN and CBS Sports Apps – Provide live scores, stats, and analysis.
- Twitter and Social Media – Follow @MarchMadness and team accounts for instant updates.
Key Matchups to Watch
Thursday’s games feature several highly anticipated matchups, including potential Cinderella stories and powerhouse clashes. Top seeds will be looking to avoid upsets, while mid-major teams will attempt to shock the world.
Keep an eye on close contests, last-second shots, and thrilling finishes as the Madness unfolds. Whether watching on TV, streaming, or tracking live scores, Thursday’s NCAA Tournament action promises to deliver non-stop excitement.
