How to watch Duke vs. Alabama: Live stream the Elite Eight March Madness game anywhere
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There's just a little more than a week left in the 2025 March Madness tournament, and the road to the Final Four is here. We've put together everything you need to know about how to watch Duke vs. Alabama, including live streaming options for those without cable.
The Elite Eight round is underway, and among the high-stakes match-ups is a No. 1 vs. No. 2 seed face-off between Duke and Alabama. The Duke Blue Devils had a stellar regular season this year, with a 31-3 record that landed them a top slot in this year's tournament. The Alabama Crimson Tide also had a solid season, earning them a No. 2 spot. Duke star Cooper Flagg has been the one to watch this season, and he's helped the team sail through the first three rounds so far, putting up 30 points in the Sweet 16 game against Arizona on Thursday night.
Whether Duke can continue their run will come down to tonight's Elite Eight game against Alabama. The two teams haven't played each other since 2013, a 74-64 win for Duke. The Blue Devils hold a 5-0 record in their long head-to-head history with the Crimson Tide, but that could all change with tonight's match-up.
Whether you're a fan of the Blue Devils or Crimson Tide, we'll make sure you're able to tune in. For more NCAA Championship info, make sure to check out our how to watch March Madness streaming guide.
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What channel is Duke vs. Alabama on?
Duke vs. Alabama will be simulcast on TBS and truTV. The game will tip off right after the Florida vs. Texas Tech game.
How to watch Duke vs. Alabama in the US
If you don't have access to the networks through cable, there are a few live streaming services that will be able to help you out. Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, and Max are some of our favorites.
Sling TV carries TBS in both its Sling Orange and Blue base plans (while truTV is only available with Blue). Both plans also offer TNT. Our Sling Orange vs. Blue guide has a full comparison of the two services if you're not sure which is right for you. Each base plan carries 35-40+ live channels. Subscriptions start at $46/month, but new users can get their first month for just $23.
TBS and truTV are also available in DirecTV Stream's MySports pack. The new channel package carries 25+ popular sports channels (including TNT) for $70/month. New users can get a five-day free trial.
The game will also be available to live stream on Max, which carries most TNT, TBS, and truTV games. Sports live streaming is included with the B/R Sports Add-on, which comes with every ad-free Max plan. Ad-free plans start at $17/month.
How to watch Duke vs. Alabama from anywhere
Basketball fans can still keep up with the game via their usual viewing methods with the help of a VPN, or virtual private network. VPNs are handy tech tools that let you change your virtual location. This way, your go-to websites and apps work just like they would back home. Since the services we've highlighted require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans who are just abroad at the moment.
ExpressVPN has consistently ranked among one of the best VPNs we've tested. The app has a user-friendly interface and a hassle-free 30-day money-back guarantee. We have a full breakdown in our ExpressVPN review, and you can keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.
How to watch Duke vs. Alabama with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch the game.
- Turn it on and set it to a US location.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services.
- Enjoy March Madness.
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