College basketball fans eagerly anticipate ESPN’s “College GameDay” every week, much like football enthusiasts look forward to its gridiron counterpart. For two decades, this iconic show has spotlighted the nation’s most electrifying college basketball matchups, bringing fans closer to the hardwood action.
This Saturday, the GameDay crew is heading to a location that resonates deeply with college basketball tradition: Durham, North Carolina. Get ready for an unforgettable broadcast as the team sets up shop at the legendary Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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The Duke Blue Devils and the North Carolina Tar Heels rivalry is more than just a game; it’s a cultural phenomenon. Often hailed as the greatest rivalry in sports, spanning both college and professional arenas, Duke vs. UNC games are circled on calendars years in advance. This weekend marks another chapter in their storied history, and “GameDay” will be broadcasting live from the heart of it all. Hosts Rece Davis, Andraya Carter, and Seth Greenberg, joined by Duke legends Jay Williams and Jay Bilas, will provide expert analysis and pre-game excitement.
Here’s everything you need to know to tune into “College GameDay” this week, including the precise location, broadcast time, and viewing options.
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Where is ESPN’s College GameDay Located This Week?
This week, ESPN’s College GameDay will be broadcasting live from inside the iconic Cameron Indoor Stadium, home of the Duke Blue Devils. This highly anticipated location sets the stage for the Duke versus North Carolina clash on Saturday night.
This visit marks a significant milestone for Cameron Indoor Stadium, securing its place as the most-visited single location in College GameDay history with 15 appearances since the show’s inception in 2005. It surpasses even the University of North Carolina, making Duke the undisputed king of GameDay destinations.
The Duke-UNC rivalry consistently draws the GameDay spotlight. In fact, this is the seventh consecutive matchup between these two basketball powerhouses to receive the “GameDay” treatment. To find the last Duke vs. UNC game without a GameDay broadcast, you’d have to rewind to the COVID-impacted 2020-21 season when the show operated remotely from ESPN’s studios in Bristol, Connecticut.
While the Duke vs. North Carolina game is a major draw, the college basketball landscape is packed with compelling matchups this Saturday. The No. 2 ranked Duke Blue Devils are currently on a remarkable 14-game winning streak, the longest in Division I. However, the UNC Tar Heels are facing challenges, having lost three of their last four games and holding a 13-9 season record.
Other top-tier games happening on the same day include No. 8 Tennessee hosting No. 6 Florida, No. 1 Auburn traveling to No. 23 Ole Miss, a face-off between No. 5 Houston and No. 19 Texas Tech, No. 9 Marquette welcoming No. 24 UConn, and a highly anticipated game with Arkansas visiting No. 12 Kentucky, marking John Calipari’s return to Rupp Arena. Despite these exciting games, the Duke-UNC rivalry remains the central attraction for College GameDay.
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How to Watch and Stream ESPN’s College GameDay
Catch all the action of College GameDay through various viewing platforms:
- Television Channel: ESPN – Tune your TVs to ESPN to watch the broadcast live from Cameron Indoor Stadium.
- Streaming Options:
- ESPN App: Stream via the ESPN App, ensuring you don’t miss a moment on your mobile devices or smart TVs.
- ESPN+: For ESPN+ subscribers, the show will also be available on ESPN’s dedicated streaming platform.
- Fubo (free trial): Consider Fubo, which carries the ESPN network and offers a free trial for new subscribers, providing another excellent way to stream the show.
“College GameDay” will air live on ESPN this Saturday directly from Durham, offering multiple ways for fans to watch and engage with the pre-game show.
What Time Does ‘College GameDay’ Start Today?
- Date: Saturday, February 1st
- Start Time: 10:00 AM Eastern Time (ET)
Set your alarms! “College GameDay” is scheduled to tip-off at 10:00 AM Eastern Time and will run for two hours, concluding at 12:00 PM ET on Saturday, February 1st. Make sure to tune in early to catch all the pre-game analysis, interviews, and atmosphere from Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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College GameDay Locations for 2025 Season
Here is a quick look back at the locations College GameDay has visited during the 2024-25 college basketball season:
- January 25th: Auburn, Alabama (Tennessee at Auburn)
- February 1st: Durham, North Carolina (North Carolina at Duke)
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