Michigan vs. San Diego State Live Stream & TV Guide: Kickoff Time, Odds, Key Players, and Prediction

LAS VEGAS—College basketball fans get an early-season heavyweight clash tonight when the No. 7 Michigan Wolverines (4-0) square off against the San Diego State Aztecs (2-1) at Michelob ULTRA Arena in the Players Era Festival. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. PT (10:30 p.m. ET) with national TV coverage on truTV and streaming via the network’s app. Why it matters • This is only the second meeting between the programs; Michigan won the first 72-58 in 2021, a game many Aztec veterans still reference for motivation. • Both teams reached the Sweet 16 last March, making tonight a potential résumé booster when Selection Sunday arrives. Key storylines to watch 1. Defense vs. Pace: San Diego State forces 15.7 turnovers per game and ranks top-40 nationally in steals and blocks, while Michigan averages 85 points and shoots 39 percent from deep—something has to give. 2. Backcourt battle: Aztec junior Miles Byrd (12.3 ppg) enters after a six-assist, six-steal effort, but he’ll be challenged by Michigan’s veteran guard tandem that combines for 31 points and 10 assists nightly. 3. Neutral-site killers: SDSU owns the nation’s third-best neutral winning percentage since 2017-18; Michigan is 8-2 in Las Vegas games under coach Juwan Howard. Projected line & total Oddsmakers list Michigan as a 4.5-point favorite with the over/under at 148.5. Early money pushed the spread down from an opening 6 points, indicating respect for the Aztecs’ defense. How to watch and stream • TV: truTV (check your cable/satellite lineup). • Streaming: truTV app or truTV.com (authentication required). • Radio: San Diego Sports 760; Michigan IMG Sports Network. Players who could swing the game • Miles Byrd, G, SDSU – versatile scorer and preseason Mountain West Player of the Year. • Reese Dixon-Waters, G/F, SDSU – returning after a foot injury; adds shot-making and length. • Jett Howard, G/F, Michigan – leads Wolverines in three-pointers made and draws opponent’s top wing defender. • Tarris Reed Jr., C, Michigan – 7-foot rim protector whose foul trouble history is a concern against SDSU’s physical frontline. Stat to know Under Brian Dutcher, the Aztecs are 112-7 when holding opponents under 60 points; Michigan has been held below 60 just twice in its last 51 outings. Prediction Expect a tense first half as SDSU tests Michigan’s ball security, but the Wolverines’ depth and late-game free-throw edge give them a narrow 76-71 win that sneaks over the total. SEO quick hits • Michigan vs San Diego State live stream, TV channel, start time, odds. • Players Era Festival Las Vegas matchup preview. • Wolverines vs Aztecs prediction and key stats.