What channel is Alabama women's basketball vs Florida State on today? Time, TV schedule for March Madness game

The stage is set for No. 8-seed Alabama women's basketball against No. 9 Florida State in the first round of the 2024 NCAA tournament on Friday, March 22 in Austin, Texas.

The Crimson Tide (23-9) is making its second straight tournament appearance under coach Kristy Curry and its 13th all-time in school history. It was announced on Monday by Curry that junior guard/forward Jessica Timmons will miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury that she suffered in the quarterfinals of the SEC tournament against Tennessee.

If Alabama wins on Friday, it will be the first time they make it to the round of 32 since the 2020-21 season.

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Here is how to watch Alabama vs Florida State:

What channel is Alabama vs. Florida State on today?

• TV channel: ESPN2

• Stream: NCAA March Madness Live app or can be streamed on ESPN+.

Alabama will tip off vs. Florida State on ESPN2. Streaming options include the NCAA March Madness Live app and Sling TV/Fubo, which offers a free trial.

Alabama vs Florida State start time

• Date: Friday, March 22

• Time: 4:30 p.m. CT

Alabama and Florida State will play at 4:30 p.m. CT at Moody Center in Austin, Texas.

Florida State women's basketball schedule 2023-24

Below is the last five games of Florida State's 2023-24 basketball season. For the full schedule, click here.

Alabama women's basketball schedule 2023-24

Below is the last five games of Alabama women's basketball 2023-24 basketball season. For the full schedule, click here.

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