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What channel is Arkansas vs. Hawaii on? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch March Madness Round 1 game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
John Calipari and the No. 4 seed Arkansas Razorbacks (26-8) are officially heading to Portland to kick off a new era of March Madness in Fayetteville. After securing an emotional SEC Tournament title and witnessing Calipari reach the historic 900-win milestone in the regular-season finale, the Hogs enter the Big Dance as one of the hottest teams in the country. The Razorbacks are making their 38th NCAA appearance, but this one feels different as Coach Cal looks to lead Arkansas back to the second weekend in his debut season at the helm.
Standing in their way are the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (24-8), who punched their ticket by capturing the Big West Tournament title in a gritty win over UC Irvine. Making their first tournament appearance since 2016, the Rainbow Warriors bring a massive frontline anchored by 7-foot center and Big West Tournament MVP Isaac Johnson. Eran Ganot’s squad is known for its defensive rebounding and length, a combination that could pose a unique challenge for a high-octane SEC offense.
The matchup features a clash of elite individual talent. Arkansas is powered by Sporting News First-Team All-American Darius Acuff Jr., the only player in the country averaging at least 20 points and 6 assists per game. While Acuff dictates the tempo for the Razorbacks' 90-point-per-game offense, Hawaii will look to slow the game down and force the Hogs into half-court sets, relying on veterans Dre Bullock and Harry Rouhliadeff to control the glass.
For Arkansas, this opening round is the first step in what they hope is a deep run through the West Region. With Calipari's storied tournament history—boasting 59 NCAA wins and six Final Four appearances—the expectations are sky-high for a roster that seems to be peaking at the right time. However, they cannot afford to overlook a Hawaii team that has nothing to lose and a history of playing the spoiler on the national stage.
Here's what you need to know about Thursday's matchup between Arkansas and Hawaii, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Arkansas vs. Hawaii on today?
- TV channel: TBS
- Live stream:DIRECTV
Arkansas vs. Hawaii will be aired nationally on TBS. Brad Nessler, Wally Szczerbiak and Jared Greenberg will be on the call.
Fans looking to stream Arkansas vs. Hawaii can watch live on DIRECTV.
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What time is Arkansas vs. Hawaii today?
- Date: Thursday, Mar. 19
- Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
The NCAA tournament game between Arkansas and Hawaii is set to tip off at 4:25 p.m. ET from the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.
Calipari brought the Razorbacks to the Sweet Sixteen in his first season in Fayetteville and is looking to reach his first Final Four since 2015. This is Hawaii's sixth NCAA Tournament appearance in program history.
Arkansas vs. Hawaii radio coverage
- Radio station:SiriusXM channel 204
Tune into Arkansas vs. Hawaii on SiriusXM, channel 204.
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March Madness bracket 2026
Check the Sporting News NCAA Tournament live bracket for the latest final scores and next-round matchups.
When and where is the Final Four in 2026?
- Date: April 4 and 6
- Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
The 2026 Men's Final Four is set for April 4 and 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The semifinals will be played Saturday night and the national championship game is set for Monday night.
The home of the Indianapolis Colts previously hosted the event in 2010, 2015 and 2021 and is set to host again in 2029. Indianapolis previously hosted the Final Four at other facilities in 1980, 1991, 1997, 2000 and 2006.
Only Kansas City has been home to the Final Four more often (10 times), but the last one held there was in 1988.
March Madness tournament schedule 2026
Here is the round-by-round schedule for the 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament:
| Round | Date |
| First Four | March 17-18 |
| First round | March 19-20 |
| Second round | March 21-22 |
| Sweet 16 | March 26-27 |
| Elite Eight | March 28-29 |
| Final Four | April 4 |
| National championship | April 6 |
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