You can watch the Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball game on the Big Ten Network, with streaming available through the FOX Sports app and FOXSports.com/live, subject to your TV provider and regional availability.

Basic viewing info

  • TV channel : Big Ten Network is carrying the live TV broadcast of the game.
  • Streaming : You can stream the broadcast via the FOX Sports app or FOXSports.com/live once you sign in with an eligible TV provider that includes Big Ten Network.
  • Tip-off time : Coverage lists the matchup at the Breslin Center with a 6:30 p.m. Eastern tip on the Big Ten Network.

Radio and alternative options

  • Radio : The game is carried on the Spartan Media Network (for example, 94.9 FM/1240 AM in Lansing and 760 AM in Detroit), with a full affiliate list linked from Michigan State coverage pages.
  • Audio-only online : There are fan-run “radio-style” live streams on platforms like YouTube that provide play‑by‑play and a scoreboard but no official video or TV audio (for example, independent college basketball watch-along channels).

If Big Ten Network isn’t in your plan

  • Check if your live TV streaming service (such as a sports-focused bundle) offers Big Ten Network; many carry it as part of a sports or college‑sports tier. General “how to watch” guides for this specific game emphasize that Big Ten Network is the required channel, with FOX Sports platforms providing the authenticated stream.
  • If you cannot access BTN at all, you can still follow along via radio, live stats, or highlight packages that outlets like FOX Sports and ESPN publish after the game.

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