The UMBC Retrievers battle the Howard Bison in the first play-in game of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament in March Madness action today on truTV.
Here’s what you need to know about tonight’s matchup, how to watch, the 2026 March Madness bracket, odds, picks and predictions:
What channel is UMBC Retrievers vs Howard Bison game on TV tonight, Tuesday, March 17? How to watch Howard-UMBC March Madness 2026 NCAA tournament play-in game today live
The UMBC Retrievers and Howard Bison will air on truTV Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
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What time is Howard Bison vs UMBC Retrievers game start tonight, Tuesday, March 17? When is UMBC-Howard March Madness 2026 NCAA tournament game today live
The UMBC Retrievers and Howard Bison will play on truTV at 6:40 p.m. ET, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 2026.
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How to stream UMBC-Howard game tonight, Tuesday, March 17. Where to watch Howard-UMBC March Madness 2026 NCAA tournament game today live
The UMBC Retrievers and Howard Bison will stream via SlingTV at 6:40 p.m. ET, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Fans can download SlingTV in the Apple App Store or on Google Play.
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2026 NCAA tournament First Four March Madness games today: Tuesday, March 17
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Where to stream 2026 NCAA tournament men’s basketball March Madness games
The NCAA tournament will stream most games via SlingTV, while select games will be available on Paramount+. Fans can download SlingTV in the Apple App Store or on Google Play. Fans can download Paramount+ in the Apple App Store or on Google Play.
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Chris Sims is a trending reporter at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.
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