You can watch the NC State Wolfpack vs Texas Longhorns men’s basketball First Four game on truTV, with streaming options through HBO Max (via the live truTV feed) and other live‑TV streaming services that carry truTV.

Game basics

  • Matchup: NC State Wolfpack vs Texas Longhorns men’s basketball.
  • Event: NCAA Tournament First Four, winner advances into the main bracket.
  • Channel: truTV nationwide in the U.S.
  • Tip‑off time: 9:15 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 17 (at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio).

Where to watch and stream

  • Cable / satellite TV
    • Tune to truTV; most major cable and satellite bundles include it in a base or sports/entertainment tier.
  • Streaming (no cable needed)
    • HBO Max (with live sports): carries the live March Madness channels including truTV; you can stream the game by selecting the truTV feed.
* Other live‑TV streaming services that offer truTV (such as big bundle “cable replacement” services) will also carry the game; once subscribed, just search for truTV in the channel guide.
  • NCAA / March Madness platforms
    • The NCAA Tournament traditionally also offers live streams through official March Madness digital platforms and apps when authenticated with a TV provider that includes truTV; availability can vary by region and package.

Extra viewing tips

  • Check that your package actually includes truTV before tip‑off; some lower‑tier bundles may not carry it.
  • If you prefer streaming only, start any free trial or sign‑up process earlier in the day so you have time to log in and test the stream.
  • If you’re in a sports bar or public venue, ask staff to switch one TV to truTV at 9:15 p.m. ET so you don’t miss the start.

TL;DR:

  • Turn on truTV at 9:15 p.m. ET for NC State vs Texas (First Four).
  • Stream it via HBO Max’s live sports feed or any live‑TV streaming service that includes truTV, and check for March Madness/NCAA authenticated streaming options if you have a TV provider login.

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