College Basketball Season Kicks Off on ESPN: Watch Now!

UPDATE: The highly anticipated 2025-26 college basketball season is officially here, and ESPN is set to deliver comprehensive coverage for both men’s and women’s teams! Fans can catch all the action, starting now, with a subscription to ESPN Unlimited.

The Florida Gators, fresh off their third national championship, aim to defend their title, while the UConn Huskies look to build on their success after claiming their 12th title last season. Notably, star players Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong are expected to lead UConn in their pursuit of another championship.

This season features exciting matchups, including the inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational that pits perennial powerhouses Texas against Duke. Fans won’t want to miss marquee games featuring Dawn Staley’s South Carolina and Kim Mulkey’s LSU Tigers.

For just $29.99 a month or $299.99 a year, subscribers to ESPN Unlimited gain access to all of ESPN’s linear networks, including ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPNU, plus on-demand replays and original programming. Additionally, there’s a special offer for the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle at the same monthly rate for the first 12 months.

College basketball enthusiasts who already subscribe to Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV (streaming only), Fubo TV, and Spectrum TV may find the ESPN Unlimited plan included in their pay-TV package.

To dive into the action, fans can catch every game through the men’s and women’s college basketball streaming hubs on ESPN. For more content, visit the dedicated ESPN men’s and women’s college basketball hub pages.

As the season unfolds, keep an eye on the incredible talent and thrilling competitions that promise to engage fans across the globe. Don’t miss out—subscribe now and experience every game live!