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umbc vs howard where to watch

UMBC vs. Howard in the First Four will be on truTV, with several legal streaming options available in the U.S.

Quick Scoop: UMBC vs. Howard – Where to Watch

  • The game: UMBC Retrievers vs. Howard Bison, NCAA Tournament First Four.
  • Time: 6:40 p.m. ET from UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio.
  • Primary TV channel: truTV nationwide in the United States.

Streaming options (no cable)

You can stream the game live through services that carry truTV:

  • DIRECTV Stream (often with a free trial; explicitly mentioned as streaming UMBC vs. Howard).
  • Sling TV, which carries truTV and is promoted for streaming First Four March Madness games.

Some coverage pages also mention live college basketball streams on services like HBO Max and Fubo for this matchup or similar games, but availability can be region‑restricted and package‑dependent, so always confirm truTV is included in your specific plan before tip‑off.

If you’re outside the U.S., local availability can vary; check regional versions of ESPN or your local sports broadcaster listings, as ESPN’s international sites list this game with live coverage and highlights.

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Option How to watch UMBC vs. Howard Notes
truTV (cable/satellite) Watch live on truTV at 6:40 p.m. ET. Standard U.S. TV channel for this First Four game.
DIRECTV Stream Streams truTV and carries UMBC vs. Howard; promos mention free trial. Good pick if you want a short‑term streaming option.
Sling TV Offers truTV; recommended for streaming First Four games. Check that your Sling package includes truTV before the game.
International ESPN sites Show live coverage pages and highlights for the matchup. Availability depends on your country and local rights.
**TL;DR:** Tune into truTV at 6:40 p.m. ET, or stream via a live‑TV service that carries truTV such as DIRECTV Stream or Sling TV (check channel inclusion and free‑trial details for your region).

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