The Texas Longhorns have captured the nation's attention with their thrilling run in the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the Sweet 16. As the No. 11 seed, the Longhorns have defied expectations, starting their journey in the First Four and now gearing up to face the formidable No. 2 seed Purdue Boilermakers. This matchup is yet another chance for Texas to continue their Cinderella story with an upset.
Fans can breathe a sigh of relief as the game is scheduled for a convenient 6:10 p.m. CT tip-off, or 4:10 in the afternoon for those in San Jose, where the action unfolds at the SAP Center. This timing is a welcome change from the early-morning or late-night games that have been a challenge for teams and fans alike in the tournament's initial rounds.
For those tuning in, the game will be broadcast on CBS and available for streaming on fuboTV. Playing on the West Coast, both teams benefit from avoiding the dreaded 9 a.m.
PT starts that some squads faced earlier in the tournament. Likewise, they dodge the late 9 p.m.
CT games that can stretch into the night.
The Sweet 16 lineup for Thursday, March 26, is set with Texas and Purdue kicking things off in the West Region. Meanwhile, over in the South Region, Iowa takes on Nebraska at 6:30 p.m.
CT in Houston. Later in the evening, Arkansas faces Arizona at 8:45 p.m.
CT, back in San Jose, followed by Illinois against Houston at 9:05 p.m. CT in Houston.
Looking ahead, the winner of the Texas-Purdue showdown will advance to the Elite Eight, where they'll meet the victor of the Arkansas-Arizona game. This next chapter tips off at 8:45 p.m. CT on Thursday, promising more high-stakes basketball drama.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes are on the Longhorns to see if they can keep their magical run alive against a powerhouse like Purdue. With the stakes higher than ever, this matchup is set to be a must-watch event for college basketball fans.