How to Watch Texas vs. Florida: TV channel and streaming info for major SEC clash
By Adam Spencer
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Look at the standings — this is the kind of February basketball that defines seasons. The No. 7 Florida Gators are rolling into Austin this Wednesday like a freight train, riding a 7-game win streak and sitting pretty at 21-6 (12-2 SEC). Head coach Todd Golden has this squad playing with a chip on its shoulder, eyeing a potential No. 1 seed in March if it can run the table (and get some help from other top teams losing).
But don’t sleep on the desperation factor here. Standing in the Gators’ way are Sean Miller’s Texas Longhorns, a team that can score with anybody but — by Miller’s own admission — plays defense like a turnstile.
Texas (17-10, 8-6 SEC) is fighting for its tournament life at the Moody Center. Miller knows a win here essentially locks up a March Madness bid, but his squad is fresh off a defensive collapse against Georgia that he called the “worst defensive performance” of the season. It’s a clash of styles: Florida’s balanced, surging attack versus a Texas team that lives and dies by its elite offense. Read on for the tipoff time, broadcast details, streaming options, and the cold, hard data on who is projected to take this one.
When is Texas vs. Florida? Start Time and Date
Tipoff is slated for 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, (that’s 6 p.m. CT for the locals in Austin).
Where is Texas Longhorns vs. Florida Gators?
The action takes place at the Moody Center in Austin.
The Texas Longhorns will defend their home court against the visiting Florida Gators. While the Moody Center has been a fortress for Texas (12-3 at home), Florida has been a road warrior lately, dismantling teams with efficient scoring.
How can I watch Texas Longhorns vs. Florida Gators?
You can catch the Longhorns trying to upset the Gators live on ESPN2.
How can I stream Texas Longhorns vs. Florida Gators?
If you’ve cut the cord, you aren’t out of luck. Since the game is on ESPN2, anyone with a valid TV subscription can stream it live via the ESPN App or directly on the ESPN website. Also, be sure to check out Sling TV, which has all of the ESPN networks available. You can sign up for a 1-day pass for only $4.99.
Who will win Texas vs. Florida?
Based on the current Kalshi market, the Florida Gators are heavy road favorites, carrying a win probability of 71%. The sharps are clearly looking at Texas’s defensive efficiency — ranked 116th per KenPom — and deciding that Florida’s offense is going to feast.
The Texas Longhorns sit at a 29% probability. While the home-court advantage at Moody usually matters, the data suggests a mismatch. Todd Golden’s Gators have had some turnover issues lately (a 24% turnover rate vs. Ole Miss is ugly), but Texas might not have the defensive teeth to punish those mistakes. Unless Sean Miller’s squad fixes its “worst defense ever” overnight, the smart money is leaning toward Florida keeping its streak alive.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
