How To Watch Michigan Wolverines Men’s Basketball in 2025
✦ Edited and fact-checked by Junior Sports Writer Alex Vejar, who has more than 10 years of covering sports.
A look at the 2025–2026 Michigan season
It’s hard to overstate the 180-degree turn in Ann Arbor. Just two seasons ago, we were all trying to forget an 8-24 record. Then came head coach Dusty May, who engineered a 27-10 finish and a Sweet 16 run in his first year. The rebuild is officially over, and the buzz is back.
This season, the Wolverines are expected to be a title contender. The core that May assembled is back, including Aday Mara, Morez Johnson Jr., and Roddy Gayle Jr. Transfers Elliot Cadeau and Yaxel Lendeborg are big additions. Add 5-star in-state freshman Trey McKenney to that mix, and you have a team that is deep and experienced. I think a Big Ten title and a Final Four run are realistic goals.
With a No. 7 AP ranking to start the season, this team is must-see TV. But watching them is more complicated than ever, as they’ll be featured across local, cable, and streaming channels. My job is to untangle that for you, so here is my definitive guide on how to watch Michigan basketball.
2025–2026 Michigan men’s basketball TV schedule
The season tips off November 3 at Crisler against Oakland. The non-conference schedule is loaded, with a neutral-site game in Detroit against Wake Forest on November 11 and a tough road test at TCU on November 14. The marquee mid-season rivalry game against Duke is on February 21.
The 18-team Big Ten schedule is a heavy lift. I’ve already circled the big ones: the home game against Ohio State (Jan. 23), the first trip to East Lansing (Jan. 30), and the Senior Day finale against Michigan State (March 8). That road game at Purdue (Feb. 17) will be a massive test.
Here’s a look at the entire 2025–2026 Michigan basketball schedule.
| Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Golden Grizzlies | Monday, Nov. 3 | 8:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| Wake Forest Demon Deacons | Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 6:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| At TCU Horned Frogs | Friday, Nov. 14 | 9:00 p.m. | ESPN2 |
| Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| San Diego State Aztecs | Monday, Nov. 24 | 10:30 p.m. | truTV |
| Auburn | Tuesday, Nov. 25 | 8:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Gonzaga | Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 9:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Rutgers Scarlet Knights | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 4:00 p.m. | Big Ten Network |
| Villanova Wildcats | Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 6:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Maryland Terrapins | Saturday, Dec. 13 | 8:00 p.m. | FOX |
| La Salle Explorers | Sunday, Dec. 21 | 4:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| McNeese Cowboys | Monday, Dec. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | B1G+ |
| USC Trojans | Friday, Jan. 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| At Penn State Nittany Lions | Tuesday, Jan. 6 | 7:00 p.m. | FS1 |
| Wisconsin | Saturday, Jan. 10 | TBD | TBA |
| At Washington Huskies | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | 10:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Oregon Ducks | Saturday, Jan. 17 | 4:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Indiana | Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Ohio State Buckeyes | Friday, Jan. 23 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Nebraska Cornhuskers | Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 7:00 p.m. | Peacock Premium |
| At Michigan State Spartans | Friday, Jan. 30 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | Thursday, Feb. 5 | 6:30 p.m. | FS1 |
| At Ohio State Buckeyes | Sunday, Feb. 8 | 1:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Northwestern Wildcats | Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 8:30 p.m. | TBA |
| UCLA | Saturday, Feb. 14 | 1:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Purdue | Tuesday, Feb. 17 | 6:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Duke | Saturday, Feb. 21 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN |
| Minnesota Golden Gophers | Tuesday, Feb. 24 | 8:30 p.m. | TBA |
| At Illinois | Friday, Feb. 27 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| At Iowa Hawkeyes | Thursday, March 5 | 8:00 p.m. | TBA |
| Michigan State Spartans | Sunday, March 8 | 5:30 p.m. | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching Michigan men’s basketball
This is one of the most complex broadcast schedules I’ve seen. To get 100% of the games, you need a plan that covers four broadcast groups:
- Local channels (CBS, FOX, NBC).
- Core cable sports (Big Ten Network, FS1, ESPN, ESPN2).
- The Turner channels (TNT, TruTV) for the Vegas tournament.
- The premium tier of the Peacock streaming service.
My top recommendation is the live TV streaming service Hulu + Live TV. It’s an excellent one-stop shop that carries all the necessary broadcast and cable channels for the entire season.
But even with Hulu + Live TV, you will also need a separate subscription to Peacock Premium. This is an essential add-on, not an optional one. With six regular-season games (including at Purdue and at Iowa) plus the first two rounds of the Big Ten Tournament streaming exclusively there, you simply can’t follow the full season without it.
How to watch Michigan men’s basketball FAQ
Where can I watch Michigan men's basketball for free?
You can watch games on your local CBS, FOX, and NBC affiliates for free by using a good over-the-air (OTA) antenna. This is a great, reliable way to catch the biggest weekend games. All other games on cable channels or Peacock will require a paid subscription.
How can I stream Michigan basketball without cable?
The best way is to combine a live TV streaming service (like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV) with a standalone Peacock subscription. The live TV service gets you the games on Big Ten Network, FS1, ESPN, TNT, etc., while Peacock gets you the exclusive Big Ten matchups.
Can I watch Michigan basketball on Peacock?
Yes, Peacock will exclusively stream at least six of Michigan's regular-season games this year, plus the opening rounds of the Big Ten Tournament. These games will not be available on any other channel.
What is the Michigan basketball roster for 2025–2026?
Michigan returns the core of its Sweet 16 team, and added transfers Elliot Cadeau and Yaxel Lendeborg. The team also added 5-star freshman guard Trey McKenney.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com editorial team cross-referenced the official Michigan men’s basketball schedule with the channel lineups of every major TV provider. Using those details, we selected our viewing recommendations based on channel availability, pricing, and ease of use.
This guide is updated regularly throughout the season to ensure our information is accurate. To learn more about our methods, check out our How We Rank page.
