where to watch north carolina tar heels men's basketball vs virginia cavaliers men's basketball
You can watch the North Carolina Tar Heels men’s basketball vs Virginia Cavaliers men’s basketball game on ESPN2, with several streaming options that carry that channel.
Game basics
- Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026.
- Time: 12:00 PM ET (moved earlier due to winter weather in the region).
- Location: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, VA.
- TV channel: ESPN2.
Where to watch and stream
Here are the main ways to watch the Tar Heels vs Cavaliers matchup live:
- Cable / satellite TV
- Tune to ESPN2 at 12:00 PM ET.
* Local listings may vary slightly, but the broadcast is scheduled nationally on ESPN2.
- Live TV streaming services (with ESPN2)
- Fubo: Offers ESPN2 and is promoting this game as part of its college basketball lineup, with a free trial option.
* Other major cord‑cutting services that include ESPN2 (like many “sports” or “entertainment” bundles) should also carry the game live; check your specific plan’s channel list.
- Additional streaming listing
- The matchup is also listed as available via Sling TV’s Sports Extra as a livestream option for UNC @ Virginia.
Radio and audio options
If you prefer radio or cannot watch video:
- Tar Heel Sports Network radio call, available on:
- Local THSN affiliates (regional radio stations).
* Streaming through GoHeels.com and various radio/streaming apps such as Varsity and TuneIn.
* Satellite: Sirius channel 194 is listed as carrying the UNC radio broadcast.
Quick viewing checklist
- Do you have ESPN2 via cable/satellite?
- Yes → Just tune in at 12:00 PM ET.
- No cable, but want to stream?
- Start a trial or use an existing subscription with ESPN2 access (for example, Fubo or a Sling TV package that carries ESPN2, including options tied to Sports Extras).
- Want audio only or on the go?
- Use the Tar Heel Sports Network via local radio, GoHeels.com, or Sirius channel 194.
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