TV for Pitt Game...

[wardle2wade]

This is probably best answered by Chicos...

Does anyone know if MU's game vs Pitt is on nationwide on CBS?  I'll be in the Bay Area and am hoping since it's a 10am PST tipoff that it will be on all over the country.  I just want to make sure I won't be watching the ice capades or UCLA-ASU that morning on the west coast.

Can anyone confirm?

This is all I found at this point and it looks mostly useless... http://www.cbssports.com/cbssports

If it isn't nationwide, any good bets on how to watch it?

Thanks!

[klyrish]

If games are on a national network, doesn't that mean it's on nationally? I can't think of a single time Go Marquette (http://www.gomarquette.com/sports/m-baskbl/sched/marq-m-baskbl-sched.html) has had a game on one of the ESPN networks that wasn't available everywhere. I'd assume the same holds true for CBS. The only time you wouldn't get a game is if it's, say Sports32 or whatever and you'd have to get it on ESPN3.

Unless something has changed drastically, it's not like the NFL where you only get certain games in certain markets.

[wardle2wade]

If games are on a national network, doesn't that mean it's on nationally? I can't think of a single time Go Marquette (http://www.gomarquette.com/sports/m-baskbl/sched/marq-m-baskbl-sched.html) has had a game on one of the ESPN networks that wasn't available everywhere. I'd assume the same holds true for CBS. The only time you wouldn't get a game is if it's, say Sports32 or whatever and you'd have to get it on ESPN3.

Unless something has changed drastically, it's not like the NFL where you only get certain games in certain markets.

Okay thanks.  Maybe it's been 5-10 years ago, but I definitely remember CBS airing different Saturday/Sunday games for different markets.  Either that or I've made it up.  Maybe they got rid of that.

[BallBoy]

If games are on a national network, doesn't that mean it's on nationally? I can't think of a single time Go Marquette (http://www.gomarquette.com/sports/m-baskbl/sched/marq-m-baskbl-sched.html) has had a game on one of the ESPN networks that wasn't available everywhere. I'd assume the same holds true for CBS. The only time you wouldn't get a game is if it's, say Sports32 or whatever and you'd have to get it on ESPN3.

Unless something has changed drastically, it's not like the NFL where you only get certain games in certain markets.

No. Games maybe on national network but not broadcasted nationally.  Just think of NFL football but not to the same extent.  Typically, the local station will pick up the local game but if there isn't one then it will pick up a national game.  Based on the guide, I think it is going to be Tennessee vs Kentucky.  Though according to Directv it is the generic "college basketball" in Chicago.  That could mean they Have not decided which game has a more national appeal.
 
http://www.locatetv.com/listings/cbs#16-Feb-2013

Based on the URL above it will be multiple games based on region.

[klyrish]

Wow, that's so lame. I had no idea they did that with college bball, too.

[bradley center bat]

You might be able to watch it on CBS Sportsline.

[wardle2wade]

Well, this sucks.  They updated the listing on http://www.locatetv.com/listings/cbs#16-Feb-2013 and in the SF Bay Area, the MU-Pitt game will not be on CBS and instead CBS will have the riveting Kentucky-Tenn game.

I can't find any link to watch it online... does that exist?  Also, how big of a sports package must a bar have to show the game?  Is that even possible?

Long story short, how do west coasters watch the game this weekend?  Any advice appreciated.

Thanks!

[real chili 83]

Well, this sucks.  They updated the listing on http://www.locatetv.com/listings/cbs#16-Feb-2013 and in the SF Bay Area, the MU-Pitt game will not be on CBS and instead CBS will have the riveting Kentucky-Tenn game.

I can't find any link to watch it online... does that exist?  Also, how big of a sports package must a bar have to show the game?  Is that even possible?

Long story short, how do west coasters watch the game this weekend?  Any advice appreciated.

Tspano83 works for bw3.  Their deal is that if it is broadcast, they will have it.

Go warriors!

[Groin_pull]

I can never understand why everyone gets so excited by an MU appearance on network TV. It's a regional game that will only reach a fraction of the country. Out here on the West coast, there's no chance that game will make it to my TV.

Give me ESPN, ESPN2, or ESPNU any day.

[Benny B]

Well, this sucks.  They updated the listing on http://www.locatetv.com/listings/cbs#16-Feb-2013 and in the SF Bay Area, the MU-Pitt game will not be on CBS and instead CBS will have the riveting Kentucky-Tenn game.

I can't find any link to watch it online... does that exist?  Also, how big of a sports package must a bar have to show the game?  Is that even possible?

Long story short, how do west coasters watch the game this weekend?  Any advice appreciated.

Thanks!

IIRC, satellite providers in some DMA's have East Coast/West Coast alternates for the networks.  Not sure if this is applicable to your situation, but perhaps a west coasty could pick up a CBS-East alternate feed and watch the game?

[Eye]

Not national. But as stated above, if you find someone who has DirecTV and has the sportspack, you'll be able to watch the game on Saturday on Channel 729.

[MU82]

Here in N.C., listings say Tar Heels game is on from noon-2, followed by the second half of MU-Pitt joined in progress. Not thrilled about that, but if true it's better than having to watch on my laptop.

[wardle2wade]

Not national. But as stated above, if you find someone who has DirecTV and has the sportspack, you'll be able to watch the game on Saturday on Channel 729.

Thank you for this... Just called the pub down the street and they have DirecTv andcan put it on.  Thankfully, it's a soccer bar which opens 7am, plenty of time for a 10am tip. 

Fyi, it's Kezar Pub for anyone in San Fran who's looking to catch the game.  I'm hoping if I tip em a twenty they'll put it up on their giant projection screen.

[denverMU]

Not national. But as stated above, if you find someone who has DirecTV and has the sportspack, you'll be able to watch the game on Saturday on Channel 729.

Is 729 a part of the sport pack?

[ChicosBailBonds]

No. Games maybe on national network but not broadcasted nationally.  Just think of NFL football but not to the same extent.  Typically, the local station will pick up the local game but if there isn't one then it will pick up a national game.  Based on the guide, I think it is going to be Tennessee vs Kentucky.  Though according to Directv it is the generic "college basketball" in Chicago.  That could mean they Have not decided which game has a more national appeal.
 
http://www.locatetv.com/listings/cbs#16-Feb-2013

Based on the URL above it will be multiple games based on region.

Correct, games can be provisioned based on geography.  Also correct, because the game with Kentucky and Tennessee is on, more than likely MU's game will go to about 25% of the country (just a guess) while UK game will get 75%.  Maybe we will be pleasantly surprised and the split is different, but that's my hunch at this point.  Kentucky just got ranked today so that also will help CBS make that call, even if MU and Pitt are both ranked.  Just the way it is...it's money and ratings.

[1990Warrior]

Been burned by CBS regional coverage several times and wish they would not bother with this.  If ESPN does not show it, at least I get it in ESPN3.

Anyone find out if CBS will have it on internet?

[Groin_pull]

Been burned by CBS regional coverage several times and wish they would not bother with this.  If ESPN does not show it, at least I get it in ESPN3.

Anyone find out if CBS will have it on internet?

That's my point. Everyone does cartwheels when MU is listed for a network game. Who cares? Odds are it won't airing in your area—unless you live in Wisconsin. At least an ESPN (or FOX Sports in 2014 ) game can be seen—no matter where you are.

[Mr. Nielsen]

I get some of your guys points. It still doesn't change the fact that I'm happy Marquette is playing a home game on CBS.

[WellsstreetWanderer]

How many free throws have we missed?

[ChicosBailBonds]

I've asked CBS today for the coverage map.  They were going to send it to me tomorrow...I'll share it when I get it.  That will tell you who gets it and who doesn't.

[downtown85]

Looks like it will be streamed online, according to this:  http://www.cbssports.com/video/player/cbk-live

[ChicosBailBonds]

We get a little more than 25%.  The quality of the image isn't great, but basically blue = Pitt and MU, green = Kentucky.

[MU82]

Is 729 a part of the sport pack?

Waiting for an answer to this question. Anybody?

[Eye]

Surprised Chicos hasn't answered that yet, but my recollection is that yes, the CBS out-of-region feeds (720s) for college buckets regular-season games are part of the sports pack. Hopefully he can confirm that with 100 percent certainty for you.

[ChicosBailBonds]

Surprised Chicos hasn't answered that yet, but my recollection is that yes, the CBS out-of-region feeds (720s) for college buckets regular-season games are part of the sports pack. Hopefully he can confirm that with 100 percent certainty for you.

Sorry, didn't see that question.  Honestly, I can't remember.  We don't market that as part of that package, but instead talk of the RSNs, etc.  I believe it is, but will need to double check in the morning.