How to Watch Texas vs Gonzaga Bulldogs: Broadcast Details & Prediction
By Craig Dudek
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The 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament continues as the 11-seed Texas Longhorns face the 3-seed Gonzaga Bulldogs. The Longhorns arrive in the second round following a narrow First Four victory over NC State and a first-round win against the 6-seed BYU Cougars. Head coach Sean Miller leads a Texas squad with a 20-14 record. They finished 10th in the SEC but find themselves on a notable tournament run.
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The Bulldogs enter the contest ranked highly with a 31-3 record after finishing first in the WCC. Head coach Mark Few secured his 17th consecutive NCAA first-round win by defeating Kennesaw State. Gonzaga looks to capitalize on another strong season led by WCC Player of the Year Graham Ike. For fans planning to tune in, the following sections detail the scheduled tip-off time, the arena location, the live television broadcast on TBS, and available streaming options.
Kalshi Market Preview
As fans look ahead to the matchup, prediction markets on Kalshi offer a distinct way to gauge expectations. Users look at trading volume and contract prices to determine the implied probability of an outcome. Traders are evaluating Gonzaga and its deep tournament pedigree against the recent momentum of Texas. The market currently favors the Bulldogs to advance, but the underlying contracts show some traders backing the Longhorns to pull off another tournament win.
When is Texas vs Gonzaga? What time does it start?
The second-round postseason matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the Gonzaga Bulldogs is scheduled for March 21, 2026. Tip-off is set for 7:10 PM ET, which translates to 4:10 PM local Pacific Time.
Where is Texas vs Gonzaga?
The neutral-site game takes place at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. For this West Region tournament matchup, the Gonzaga Bulldogs are designated as the home team. The Texas Longhorns will serve as the away team.
How can I Watch Texas vs Gonzaga?
Fans planning to watch the matchup between the Texas Longhorns and the Gonzaga Bulldogs can find the game on live television. The contest is broadcast nationally on the TBS network. TBS provides the exclusive live television coverage for this tournament event.
How can I Stream Texas vs Gonzaga?
Viewers looking to stream the Texas Longhorns and Gonzaga Bulldogs matchup can access the TBS live broadcast through several digital platforms. Fans with a valid cable or satellite provider login can stream the game directly via the official TBS app or website. Additionally, the broadcast is available to stream on the HBO Max platform using the B/R Sports Add-On.
For audiences without a traditional cable package, several internet-based live television services carry the TBS network. Streaming platforms including Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and DirecTV Stream feature TBS in their channel lineups.
Who will Win Texas vs Gonzaga?
Data from Kalshi on March 20th.
Based on current prediction market data, traders view the Gonzaga Bulldogs as the clear favorite to advance. The shares traded on the outcome give Gonzaga an implied win probability of 68%. Conversely, the market prices the Texas Longhorns with a 32% chance of securing the victory. Traders are heavily backing the 3-seed to continue its run, while a smaller segment of the market sees an opportunity to back the 11-seed as they look to build on their recent tournament success.
Creative Manager and Writer at Sportradar. Craig has previously worked as a camera operator and video director in radio and television, as well as a content coordinator in the non-profit sector.
