ALA#20 Alabama Crimson Tide0-0
VS
HOU#10 Houston Cougars1-0

How to watch Alabama vs Houston: TV channel, stream & time

The Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Houston Cougars game is on ESPN on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET from Madison Square Garden in New York, NY.

TV channel
tip-off (ET)
6:30 PM ET
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Where
Madison Square Garden
New York, NY · Jimmy V Classic

What channel is Alabama vs Houston on?

Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Houston Cougars is on ESPN.

What time is Alabama vs Houston?

Tip-off is at 6:30 PM ET on Tuesday, December 8, 2026. That is 5:30 PM CT, 4:30 PM MT and 3:30 PM PT.

Where to stream Alabama vs Houston

ESPN app

ESPN streaming, plan required for ESPN networks and ESPN+

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Go to ESPN app

YouTube TV

Live TV streaming service

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Go to YouTube TV

Hulu + Live TV

Live TV streaming service

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Go to Hulu + Live TV

Fubo

Sports-first live TV streaming service

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Go to Fubo

Sling TV

Lower-cost live TV streaming, channels vary by package

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Go to Sling TV

DirecTV Stream

Live TV streaming, carries many regional sports networks

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Go to DirecTV Stream

Channel lineups differ by plan and ZIP code, and local broadcasts can be blacked out outside the team's market. Check with the service before game time.

About this game

The Alabama Crimson Tide (0-0) meet the Houston Cougars (1-0) at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, with tip-off at 6:30 PM ET. This is a Jimmy V Classic game.

Want every game for either team? See the Alabama Crimson Tide TV schedule and the Houston Cougars TV schedule.

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FAQ

What channel is Alabama vs Houston on?

Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Houston Cougars is on ESPN.

What time does Alabama vs Houston start?

Tip-off is at 6:30 PM ET on Tuesday, December 8, 2026.

How can I stream Alabama vs Houston?

You can stream it on ESPN app, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and Sling TV. Availability depends on your plan and location.

Where is Alabama vs Houston played?

Madison Square Garden in New York, NY (neutral site).

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