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Get Ready for an Exciting Round 2 in the 2025 NCAA Tournament!

2025-03-22

Author: Kai

The thrilling action of the NCAA Tournament continues as we head into the Round of 32 this weekend! Following the Round of 64, where several teams faced unexpected challenges, March Madness gears up for more nail-biting matchups that could lead to shocking upsets.

This Saturday and Sunday, basketball fans can tune in to CBS, TNT, truTV, and TBS for a packed schedule featuring thrilling games. The Round of 32 kicks off with solo national games on CBS at 12 p.m. ET and 2:30 p.m. ET on both days, marking another exciting chapter for college basketball.

One of the biggest stories this week is the #12 seed McNeese State, coached by Will Wade, who faces the formidable #4 seed Purdue in a matchup that promises drama. Expect scintillating play as McNeese State looks to continue their surprise run in the tournament. Additionally, legendary coaches John Calipari and Rick Pitino will go head-to-head when #10 Arkansas faces #2 St. John’s. This clash of titans is sure to capture the attention of basketball enthusiasts everywhere.

As we look to Sunday, fans will hold their breath as defending champions UConn battle top seed Florida, alongside a compelling game featuring the historic Duke against the rising powerhouse in Baylor. CBS has enlisted their top team of Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, and Bill Raftery to cover Duke’s journey through the tournament, promising expert commentary and insights.

Mark your calendars for this action-packed weekend:
Saturday, March 22

- **12:10 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #12 McNeese State vs #4 Purdue Commentators: Andrew Catalon, Steve Lappas, Evan Washburn - **2:40 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #10 Arkansas vs #2 St. John’s Commentators: Andrew Catalon, Steve Lappas, Evan Washburn - **5:15 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #5 Michigan vs #4 Texas A&M Commentators: Brad Nessler, Brendan Haywood, Dana Jacobson - **6:10 p.m. ET (TNT)** – #11 Drake vs #3 Texas Tech Commentators: Tom McCarthy, Debbie Antonelli, Steve Smith, AJ Ross - **7:10 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV)** – #9 Creighton vs #1 Auburn Commentators: Brian Anderson, Jim Jackson, Allie LaForce - **7:45 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #6 BYU vs #3 Wisconsin Commentators: Brad Nessler, Brendan Haywood, Dana Jacobson - **8:40 p.m. ET (TNT)** – #8 Gonzaga vs #1 Houston Commentators: Tom McCarthy, Debbie Antonelli, Steve Smith, AJ Ross - **9:40 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV)** – #7 UCLA vs #2 Tennessee Commentators: Brian Anderson, Jim Jackson, Allie LaForce

Sunday, March 23

- **12:10 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #8 UConn vs #1 Florida Commentators: Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, Bill Raftery, Tracy Wolfson - **2:40 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #9 Baylor vs #1 Duke Commentators: Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, Bill Raftery, Tracy Wolfson - **5:15 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #6 Illinois vs #3 Kentucky Commentators: Kevin Harlan, Dan Bonner, Stan Van Gundy, Lauren Shehadi - **6:10 p.m. ET (TNT)** – #7 Saint Mary’s vs 2 Alabama Commentators: Spero Dedes, Jim Spanarkel, Jon Rothstein - **7:10 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV)** – #12 Colorado State vs #4 Maryland Commentators: Lisa Byington, Robbie Hummel, Jalen Rose, Andy Katz - **7:45 p.m. ET (CBS)** – #6 Ole Miss vs #3 Wisconsin Commentators: Kevin Harlan, Dan Bonner, Stan Van Gundy, Lauren Shehadi - **8:40 p.m. ET (TNT)** – #10 New Mexico vs #2 Michigan State Commentators: Spero Dedes, Jim Spanarkel, Jon Rothstein - **9:40 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV)** – #5 Oregon vs #4 Arizona Commentators: Lisa Byington, Robbie Hummel, Jalen Rose, Andy Katz

With the road to the Final Four continuing, fans should prepare for high stakes and unforgettable moments. Enjoy the madness!