MSU basketball tonight can be watched via streaming on Big Ten Network Plus for the season opener or via local/exhibition coverage depending on the opponent and location. Below are the latest practical options based on common MSU game-night setups and the most recent reporting. Direct answer

• If MSU is playing Colgate tonight (season opener as of recent schedules), the game is typically streamed on Big Ten Network Plus (BNP) and may not be televised nationally. Check your BNP subscription and the MSU schedule page for any regional TV listings or simulcasts.

• If MSU is in an exhibition or non-conference tune-up (e.g., a late-October exhibition versus UConn), coverage is often limited to streaming platforms such as UConn+ or local markets, with no general Michigan TV broadcast. For the UConn exhibition, UConn+ was the streaming option, with a separate local radio arrangement.

• Radio broadcasts for Michigan State games are typically carried on the Spartan Radio Network (WJIM, WMRX, WJR, etc., depending on market) and can be found via MSUSpartans.com or the official schedule.

What to do to confirm tonight’s watch options

• Check the official MSU men's basketball schedule page for tonight’s game and the listed broadcast/video streaming options. This page will indicate BNP or BNP+ availability, and any local TV or streaming picks.

• If the opponent is Colgate (season opener), verify BNP+ availability and whether any alternative streaming or regional broadcast is offered.

• For exhibitions or non-televised games, verify streaming details (UConn+ or other platform) and radio options if you want live audio.

Notes and tips

• Streaming rights for college games can change year to year; the most reliable source is the official MSU athletics site or the opponent’s/Big Ten’s streaming pages.

• If you’re outside the local market and a game is not televised, BNP+ is often the most dependable route for MSU games. Ensure you have an active BNP subscription before game time.

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