where to watch colorado buffaloes men's basketball vs iowa state cyclones men's basketball
The Colorado Buffaloes vs. Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball game on Thursday, January 29, 2026 is being shown nationally on FOX Sports 1 (FS1) and is also available via several live TV streaming services that carry that channel.
Quick Scoop
- TV channel (U.S.): FOX Sports 1 / FS1.
- Tipoff time: 7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT) on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
- Arena: Hilton Coliseum, Ames, Iowa.
Major streaming options that typically carry FS1 (check your plan/channel list):
- fubo (often promoted with a free trial for this matchup).
- DirecTV Stream (select packages).
- YouTube TV (check local FS1 availability).
- Hulu + Live TV (where FS1 is in the lineup).
Always confirm FS1 is included in your specific package and region on the provider’s site before the game, since channel lineups can vary.
Forum-style notes and context
Fans on college hoops forums are treating this as a classic “prove-it” Big 12 matchup: Iowa State is defending a dominant home record and long Hilton Coliseum win streak, while Colorado comes in trying to snap a rough stretch and steal a statement road win.
- Iowa State comes in ranked in the top 10 nationally and on a long home winning streak.
- Colorado is under .500 in Big 12 play and has been struggling, dropping several recent games and getting blown out in Ames in this meeting.
- The buzz on social and fan sites is that Hilton will be loud, with many expecting another comfortable Cyclones win if their defense and early-game runs hold up.
Viewing options table
| Platform | How to watch | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 (cable/satellite) | Tune to FOX Sports 1 on your TV provider. | Primary national TV broadcast of the game. | [3][7][1][5]
| fubo | Search for FS1 in the live TV guide. | Frequently advertised with a free trial for this matchup. | [1][5]
| DirecTV Stream | Open FS1 via live channels. | Available on select channel packages that include FS1. | [1]
| Other live TV streamers | Check if your subscription includes FS1. | YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV typically carry FS1 in many markets. |
TL;DR
To watch Colorado Buffaloes vs. Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball on Jan. 29, 2026, tune into FS1 on cable/satellite or stream FS1 through a live TV service like fubo , DirecTV Stream, or another provider that includes FS1 in your plan.
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