What channel is NC State vs. Tennessee on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch NCAA women's game

Basketball fans will be tuned in Friday night when No. 7 NC State and No. 10 Tennessee face off in the NCAA women's basketball tournament.

These teams are ready for the rematch. They last faced off in the postseason in 2024 when the Wolfpack downed the Vols 79-72 in the second round. NC State made it all the way to the Final Four.

Tennessee has the historical advantage, but the team finished the regular season with seven straight losses. This year's season-opener ended in a 80-77 win for the Wolfpack. Can they end the Vols' regular season the same way, or will Tennessee come out with a chip on its shoulder for the upset?

Here's what you need to know about Friday's matchup between NC State and Tennessee, including broadcast information and start time.

What channel is NC State vs. Tennessee on today?

• TV channel: ESPN
• Live stream: ESPN app, Fubo

NC State vs. Tennessee women's basketball will be broadcast on ESPN. Beth Mowins, Debbie Antonelli Jess Sims will be on the call for the first round game.

Fans looking to stream NC State vs. Tennessee can watch live on the ESPN app, which will carry every NCAA women’s basketball tournament game in 2026.

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Fans can also stream the game via Fubo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers so you can try before you buy. 

NC State vs. Tennessee start time

• Date: Friday, March 20
• Time: 8 p.m. ET

The NCAA women’s tournament game between NC State and Tennessee is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET from Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

NC State and Tennessee is not a historic matchup, but it is a passionate one. While they faced off this regular season, with the Wolfpack getting a close victory, their 2024 tournament game in the second round is what comes to mind. NC State earned that win, too, en route to a Final Four appearance. Tennessee leads the all-time record 12-5.

NC State vs. Tennessee radio coverage

• Radio station: SiriusXM

Listen to NC State vs. Tennessee in the 2026 NCAA women's basketball tournament live on the SiriusXM app or on channel 81 in vehicles.

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Women’s March Madness bracket 2026

Check the Sporting News women’s NCAA Tournament live bracket for the latest final scores and next-round matchups.

When is the Women's Final Four in 2026?

• Date: April 3 and 5
• Location: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix

The 2025 Women's Final Four is set for April 3 and 5 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix. The semifinals will be played Friday night and the national championship game is set for Sunday afternoon. 

Women’s March Madness tournament schedule 2026

Here is the round-by-round schedule for the 2026 NCAA women’s basketball tournament:

Related links

• 2025 Women's March Madness bracket, scores
• Latest women's college basketball news