College basketball continues Thursday, November 12, 2026, with NCAA men’s and women’s games across the country. Highlights include Montana State at No. 23 BYU, Tennessee Tech at Indiana, UConn at Ohio State, and South Carolina at Clemson.
NCAA Men’s Basketball Games Today – November 12, 2026
Selected Division I games are listed below. All times Eastern.
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City vs. George Mason | 3:00 PM | YouTube |
| Tennessee Tech at Indiana | 6:30 PM | Big Ten Network |
| Mercer at West Virginia | 7:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Southern Utah at High Point | 7:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Richmond at Southern Illinois | 8:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Southern at Minnesota | 8:00 PM | Big Ten+ |
| Oklahoma State at Texas A&M | 8:00 PM | SEC Network+ |
| Montana State at No. 23 BYU | 9:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| New Mexico State at UTEP | 9:00 PM | MW+ |
| UC Riverside at San José State | 10:00 PM | MW+ |
NCAA Women’s Basketball Games Today
| Matchup | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma State at Tulsa | 6:00 PM | ESPNU |
| UConn at Ohio State | 6:30 PM | FS1 |
| South Carolina at Clemson | 7:00 PM | ESPN2 |
| Louisville at Ball State | 8:00 PM | CBS Sports Network |
| Northern Iowa at Iowa | 8:30 PM | Big Ten Network |
| Arizona at UCLA | 10:30 PM | Big Ten Network |
Top NCAA Basketball Games to Watch Today
Montana State at No. 23 BYU – 9:00 PM ET
BYU hosts Montana State in a notable early-season men’s matchup. Watch on ESPN+.
Tennessee Tech at Indiana – 6:30 PM ET
Indiana welcomes Tennessee Tech for nonconference action. Watch on Big Ten Network.
Oklahoma State at Texas A&M – 8:00 PM ET
Two major-conference programs meet in College Station. Watch on SEC Network+.
UConn at Ohio State Women’s Basketball – 6:30 PM ET
UConn visits Ohio State in a marquee women’s basketball matchup. Watch on FS1.
South Carolina at Clemson Women’s Basketball – 7:00 PM ET
South Carolina faces in-state rival Clemson. Watch on ESPN2.
How to Watch NCAA Basketball Games Today
Thursday’s college basketball coverage is available across Big Ten Network, ESPNU, ESPN2, FS1, CBS Sports Network, ESPN+, Big Ten+, SEC Network+, and other streaming platforms. Some services require a subscription or participating television provider.
Are There NCAA Basketball Games on ESPN Today?
Yes. South Carolina at Clemson airs on ESPN2, while Oklahoma State at Tulsa airs on ESPNU. ESPN+ streams several men’s matchups, including Montana State at BYU and Mercer at West Virginia.
What Time Do NCAA Basketball Games Start Today?
Among the selected men’s games, Kansas City vs. George Mason starts at 3:00 PM ET. Featured women’s coverage begins at 6:00 PM ET with Oklahoma State at Tulsa.
Final Thoughts
Thursday, November 12, offers a full evening of early-season college basketball. Stay connected with The Sports Cast for NCAA basketball schedules, scores, rankings, and news.