The OU game will be on ESPN+. Starting this season, ESPN+ has secured the rights to broadcast certain OU games that are not selected for television network use. This means that if a particular OU game is not chosen to be aired on ESPN’s cable networks, it will be available for streaming exclusively on ESPN+.
This new arrangement with ESPN+ will impact both men’s and women’s basketball games for the Sooners. Up to 25 games from both teams combined will be streamed on ESPN+. However, it’s important to note that some games will still be broadcasted on ESPN’s traditional cable networks, while the remaining games will be exclusively available on ESPN+.
In addition to basketball, all other Olympic-sport live content controlled by OU or the Big 12 conference will also be available on ESPN+. This includes a wide range of sports such as soccer, baseball, softball, track and field, and more. By partnering with ESPN+, OU ensures that fans of these sports can still watch their favorite teams and athletes compete, even if the games are not selected for television broadcast.
The move to ESPN+ for certain OU games is part of a broader trend in sports broadcasting, as streaming platforms become more prevalent in delivering live sports content. While it may take some time for fans to adjust to accessing games through a streaming service, it offers the convenience of watching games on-demand and from various devices.
Personally, I have experienced the shift towards streaming platforms in sports broadcasting. As a fan of a particular team, there have been times when the game I wanted to watch was only available on a streaming service like ESPN+. Initially, I was hesitant about subscribing to yet another streaming platform, but I found it to be a convenient and reliable way to watch games that may not be widely televised.
The OU game will be on ESPN+ if it is not selected for television network use. This new partnership between OU and ESPN+ will provide fans with more opportunities to watch their favorite teams in action, particularly for basketball and other Olympic sports.