How to watch UMBC Retrievers vs. Buffalo Bulls: Live stream info, TV channel, game time | Dec. 9
The UMBC Retrievers (6-3) will attempt to extend a four-game home winning streak when squaring off against the Buffalo Bulls (8-1) on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena, airing at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
Buffalo lost at home to Saint Bonaventure 77-69 last time out, and was led by Ryan Sabol (21 PTS, 53.33 FG%, 5-10 from 3PT) and Daniel Freitag (17 PTS, 7 AST, 60.00 FG%, 2-4 from 3PT). In its most recent game, UMBC won on the road over Bucknell 73-66, with Jah’likai King (20 PTS, 54.55 FG%, 2-5 from 3PT) and Josh Odunowo (12 PTS, 7 REB, 2 BLK, 54.55 FG%) leading the way.
Before this matchup, here’s what you need to get ready for Tuesday’s college basketball action.
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UMBC vs. Buffalo: How to watch on TV or live stream
- Game day: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Game time: 5 p.m. ET
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Arena: Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+ – Watch NOW
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Bulls vs. Retrievers odds and spread
- Spread Favorite: Bulls (-2.5)
- Moneyline: Buffalo (-160), UMBC (+135)
- Total: 145.5 points
College basketball odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 3:33 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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