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How to view the Arizona vs. LIU game

March 20, 2026

Arizona vs. LIU: A Classic Matchup

It’s an exciting moment in sports, akin to a David vs. Goliath clash.

At 1:35 p.m. ET today, the top-seeded Arizona Wildcats, led by Jaden Bradley, will take on the 16th-seeded Long Island University Sharks, coached by Greg Gordon, in the opening round of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

This matchup brings back memories, as it’s the second time these teams have met on the court. The last encounter was back in 1951, where the Wildcats edged out the Sharks with a tight score of 62-61.

Fast forward 75 years, and the landscape has shifted dramatically. Arizona dominated the 2025-26 season with an impressive record of 32-2, culminating in a Big 12 Championship title after defeating the Houston Cougars 79-74.

Meanwhile, LIU, under the guidance of 17-year NBA veteran Rod Strickland, wrapped up their season at 24-10 and made it to the tournament for the first time since 2018. However, they face a daunting challenge—they have yet to win a game in the tournament.

Game Details

When: March 20th, 1:35 p.m. ET
Where: Viejas Arena, San Diego, California
Channel: TNT
Streaming: Sling TV

The victor of this game will go on to face the winner of the game between No. 8 Villanova State and No. 9 Utah State.

How to Watch

If you’re looking to catch the action, a live TV streaming service will definitely be helpful, especially if you don’t have cable. For those who want a quick solution, Sling TV offers a one-day pass for $5.99, which includes access to all the channels available in the Orange plan.

Additionally, there’s an option to stream via a free trial with DIRECTV, which provides several plans encompassing all the March Madness channels for a reduced price in the first month.