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How to watch today's Florida Gators vs North Carolina Tar Heels NCAA Men's Basketball game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

The No. 7 Florida Gators (10-0) aim to keep their perfect record intact and stretch their winning streak to 11 games as they take on the North Carolina Tar Heels (6-4) on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the Spectrum Center. Tipoff is set for 7:00 PM ET, with ESPN providing the coverage.

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The Tar Heels notched their second consecutive victory by steamrolling La Salle on Saturday, moving to 6-4 overall and staying unbeaten (1-0) in ACC play.

Meanwhile, the Gators continued their dominant run by dismantling Arizona State on the road, claiming their 10th straight win—the longest active streak in the country. Florida’s SEC campaign won’t kick off until the new year, giving them momentum to maintain their flawless non-conference record.

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Florida Gators vs. the North Carolina Tar Heels NCAAM game, plus plenty more.

Florida Gators vs North Carolina Tar Heels: Date and tip-off time

The Gators and the Tar Heels will tip off in a highly anticipated NCAAM game on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

DateTuesday, December 17, 2024
Tip-off Time7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT
VenueSpectrum Center
LocationCharlotte, North Carolina

How to watch Florida Gators vs North Carolina Tar Heels on TV & stream live online

Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Florida Gators and North Carolina Tar Heels on:

  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • Streaming service: Fubo
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How to listen to Florida Gators vs North Carolina Tar Heels play-by-play commentary on radio

Fans wanting to listen to the action live can do so via SiriusXM. 

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Florida Gators team news & key performers

For Florida, Walter Clayton Jr. has been electric, pouring in 25 points in their recent triumph over Arizona State. He leads the Gators’ offense with averages of 19.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists this season. The Gators boast a balanced attack, with Alijah Martin chipping in 15.2 points and 6.3 rebounds, while Alex Condon has been a force down low, posting 12.2 points and 7.1 boards per outing. Will Richard rounds out Florida’s top scorers, adding 12 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. Head coach Todd Golden has also leaned on critical contributions from Thomas Haugh, Denzel Aberdeen, Sam Alexis, and Rueben Chinyelu to maintain the Gators’ depth and efficiency.

North Carolina Tar Heels team news & key performers

Cade Tyson stepped up big for North Carolina against La Salle, dropping 23 points and grabbing five boards off the bench. Leading the charge for the Tar Heels this season is RJ Davis, who averages 17.6 points and 4.3 assists per game. Elliot Cadeau provides a dynamic playmaking presence with 11.5 points and 5.6 assists, while Seth Trimble contributes a steady 15.4 points per contest. Big man Jalen Washington anchors the paint, while key pieces like Ian Jackson (10.8 points), Jae’Lyn Withers, Ven-Allen Lubin, Cade Tyson, and Drake Powell give head coach Hubert Davis depth and flexibility in his rotation.

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