College Basketball Schedule: Top 25 Games – Nov 8, 2025

College Basketball Tip-Off: Top 25 TV Guide for Saturday, November 8th, 2025

A compelling slate of college basketball action is set to unfold on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, offering fans a thrilling preview of the upcoming season. Despite competing with a busy college football schedule, several key matchups will be broadcast across a variety of networks and streaming platforms.

Early Weekend Showdowns

The day’s action begins bright and early with a significant contest between the (15) Alabama Crimson Tide and the (5) St. John’s Red Storm. This game, scheduled for 9:00 AM ET, will take place at the iconic Madison square Garden in New York City and will be televised on FS1.

Shortly after, at 10:30 AM ET, (6) duke will host Western Carolina in their home opener at Cameron Indoor stadium in Durham, North carolina. Fans can catch this game on The CW Network.

Two noon matchups will also draw attention. (2) Houston will welcome Towson to the Fertitta centre, with coverage available on ESPN+. Concurrently, (18) Tennessee will face Northern Kentucky at the Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, broadcast on SECN+.

Did you know? – Madison Square Garden has hosted numerous NCAA basketball championships, including several Final Fours, solidifying its place as a historic venue for the sport.

Afternoon and evening Contests

The afternoon will feature a clash between (14) Arkansas and (22) Michigan State at 4:00 PM ET. This game will be played at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan, and will be shown on FOX.

As the day progresses, (8) BYU will host Holy Cross at 6:00 PM ET, available on ESPN+. The evening concludes with a highly anticipated matchup between Oklahoma and (21) Gonzaga at 7:30 PM ET, broadcast nationally on ESPN2 from the Spokane Arena in Spokane, Washington.

Pro tip: – Streaming services often offer free trials. Consider utilizing these to access games on ESPN+ or other platforms without a full subscription.

Looking Ahead to March

Beyond the immediate schedule,fans can already begin planning for the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Resources are available for those eager to start their bracketology and follow their favorite teams throughout the season. A printable, blank bracket is currently available for early strategizing.

behind the Scenes

The information for this guide was compiled by the team at Sports Brackets and HockeySchedules.net. One member of the team, Laurie, joined last year and brings a passion for both hockey and college sports, especially the Minnesota golden gophers and the Big Ten Conference. She also follows the Boston Bruins in the NHL.

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