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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