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Alabama and Michigan advance through the first week of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, and their March Madness journeys continue as they face off in the Sweet 16 on Friday.
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Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) dunks the ball in the second half against the Saint Louis Billikens during a second round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
The 2026 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 marks the point where March Madness truly intensifies, as the field narrows and every possession carries heightened stakes. With regional finals within reach, powerhouse programs and Cinderella stories collide in high-pressure matchups that often define the tournament’s narrative.
– Watch every NCAA Tournament matchup on DIRECTV –
A trip to the Elite Eight is on the line as the No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide, fresh off a 90–70 win over Hofstra and an impressive second-round victory against Texas Tech, takes on the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines, who advanced with a 101–80 rout of Howard before handling Saint Louis behind their balanced scoring attack.
Michigan’s efficient offense and interior presence will be tested by Alabama’s pace and ability to create turnovers, creating a compelling Sweet 16 showdown where execution in transition and control of the glass could ultimately decide the outcome.
Live stream Alabama vs Michigan with DIRECTV: Start your free trial now!
Watch every matchup during the 2026 NCAA Tournament on DIRECTV.
Games throughout the tournament are broadcast on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, with DIRECTV packages providing access to all four networks, so viewers can stream every round live.
Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
MARCH MADNESS: 2026 Sweet 16 TV schedule, game times & dates for NCAA Tournament
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Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) dunks the ball in the second half against the Saint Louis Billikens during a second round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
How to Watch Alabama vs Michigan
- Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
- Time: 7:35 PM ET
- TV Channel: truTV & TBS
- Live Stream: DIRECTV (try for free)
The 2026 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 marks the point where March Madness truly intensifies, as the field narrows and every possession carries heightened stakes. With regional finals within reach, powerhouse programs and Cinderella stories collide in high-pressure matchups that often define the tournament’s narrative.
– Watch every NCAA Tournament matchup on DIRECTV –
A trip to the Elite Eight is on the line as the No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide, fresh off a 90–70 win over Hofstra and an impressive second-round victory against Texas Tech, takes on the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines, who advanced with a 101–80 rout of Howard before handling Saint Louis behind their balanced scoring attack.
Michigan’s efficient offense and interior presence will be tested by Alabama’s pace and ability to create turnovers, creating a compelling Sweet 16 showdown where execution in transition and control of the glass could ultimately decide the outcome.
Live stream Alabama vs Michigan with DIRECTV: Start your free trial now!
Watch every matchup during the 2026 NCAA Tournament on DIRECTV.
Games throughout the tournament are broadcast on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, with DIRECTV packages providing access to all four networks, so viewers can stream every round live.
Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
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MARCH MADNESS: 2026 Sweet 16 TV schedule, game times & dates for NCAA Tournament
NFL: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seahawks make NFL history with blockbuster deal
NBA: Warriors’ Moses Moody suffers serious knee injury on dunk attempt
SPORTS MEDIA: Select CBS, TNT Sports record highest-rated opening day in NCAA Tournament history
ENTERTAINMENT: WWE’s Liv Morgan chugs beer to fire up Boston crowd ahead of ‘Monday Night RAW’
VIRAL: Aryna Sabalenka devours $100 Miami Open ‘Golden Glizzy’ after QF berth
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