March Madness tips off with Selection Sunday on March 15, so it’s a good time to get game day ready. Upgrade your TV, enhance your sound system or add portable streaming to your rotation so you don’t miss a buzzer-beater. Hosting friends? Pick up some basketball-themed plates, napkins and festive banners before they arrive.
If you’re hosting this year, here’s how to get your living room game-day ready.
Classic oversize manual recliner set: $500 (67% off)
Giant bean bag chair: $131.58 (19% off)
Hisense 4.4-cubic foot mini fridge: $209 (16% off)
TV tray table: $39.99 (13% off)
50-can beverage refrigerator: $124.99 (11% off)
80-quart rolling ice chest cooler: $143.99 (10% off)
Original price: $900
Watch the NCAA Tournament in comfort with a classic power lift recliner. The overfilled chair comes with massage and heating functions that relax your muscles, while built-in cup holders and storage pockets keep your drinks and the remote within reach. When you’re ready to stand up, press a button to turn on the lift function.
If you’re having a March Madness party, ensure the beer always stays cold with an RTIC cooler. The 32-quart cooler fits up to 48 cans, is lighter than most models and includes rope handles for easy carrying.
Frigidaire’s mini fridge stores up to 15 cans, enough room for a laid-back game-day gathering. Its small size allows it to fit on any countertop or in the living room next to the couch.
Hosting a March Madness watch party? Here’s what you’ll need.
Fluffy basketball pillow: $24.99 (19% off)
Basketball disposable bowls: $16.19 (10% off)
Basketball plastic cups: $24.99 (7% off)
March Madness tournament flag: $29.95
Original price: $9.99
This glittery “Let the Madness Begin” banner is a simple but effective way to decorate for your March Madness party. It’s a breeze to hang and durable enough to save for next year’s celebration. To add even more decor around your house, this basketball and hoop garland boosts the party atmosphere.
Basketball paper lanterns light up a room while bringing a touch of whimsy to your space. Just pop them open and hang them from the ceiling or along your door frames. One pack contains 12 lanterns, metal frames and fasteners.
Serve your spread with this 96-piece set from Amazon, complete with basketball-printed plates, napkins and matching orange forks.
A round basketball tablecloth protects your table and creates a pumped-up atmosphere for all your guests. Fitted basketball tablecloths are also available if that’s your preference.
Upgrade your TV before March Madness tips off with picks from Samsung, TCL, Roku and more.
Insignia 55-inch Class F50 Series LED 4K: $199.99 (43% off)
Samsung 98-Inch Class 4K Crystal UHD TV: $1,699.99 (32% off)
Samsung 75-inch Class The Frame: $2,199.99 (27% off)
TCL 75-inch Class S5 UHD 4K LED Smart TV: $479.99 (26% off)
LG 65-inch Class QNED Series Smart TV: $546.99 (19% off)
Amazon Fire TV 75-inch Omni Mini-LED Series: $1,399.99 (7% off)
A Roku Smart TV includes bright 4K resolution and seamless streaming, and with Dolby Vision IQ, sports, shows and movies pop off the screen, so you feel right in the middle of the action. AI powers the system to automatically adjust the color and sharpness as you switch to different channels and platforms.
The Sony 65-inch TV offers a lifelike picture that puts you in the stands. Ask Google Assistant to play shows and switch between streaming apps.
If you’re shopping for a high-definition TV, the Hisense 65-inch Class A6 series has Dolby Vision for an ideal sports-viewing experience. Click on sports mode and the TV will automatically adjust to optimize content.
A soundbar makes every play sound like you’re courtside. Upgrade your current setup with one of these options.
ULTIMEA 5.1CH surround sound bar with subwoofer: $129.99 (23% off)
Roku Streambar SE: $79 (21% off)
Amazon Fire TV soundbar: $99.99 (17% off)
JBL Cinema soundbar: $219.99 (12% off)
Original price: $159.99
Sony’s S100F soundbar is a high-quality option with a bass reflex speaker for crystal-clear audio. The slim design means it fits anywhere in your living room, even mounted on the wall. Just connect it with an HDMI cord or via Bluetooth for a better TV listening experience.
Experience surround sound with the Sonos Beam (Gen 2). With Dolby Atmos, it delivers clear dialogue and vibrant bass no matter what you’re watching. You can connect via Bluetooth with the Sonos app.
Original price: $139.99
The Samsung B-Series soundbar has a subwoofer that gives you rich, balanced bass throughout the room. If you have a Samsung TV, the same remote also controls the soundbar — just connect via Bluetooth, with no tangled cables necessary.
With games happening all day, these portable devices let you follow your team anywhere.
InnoView portable Monitor: $59.96 (40% off)
12-inch phone screen magnifier: $13.98 (30% off)
Roku streaming stick: $34.99 (30% off)
Apple iPad 11-inch: $329 (6% off)
An Amazon Fire TV Stick organizes all your apps and subscription services in one area. You can use voice recognition to talk to Alexa and ask her to find your favorite shows, movies and sporting events. With this device, you’ll also enjoy access to 4K Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos audio for a better viewing experience.
If you’re looking for a simple, budget-friendly tablet, the Lenovo Tab One is a smart pick. It’s lightweight with a 12.5-hour battery life — plenty for watching March Madness games. There’s a stand for hands-free viewing, too.
Amazon’s Fire tablet is fast and has a high-definition screen and doesn’t weigh much. Along with many apps, you can download streaming services and stay up-to-date on games. The 13-hour battery life lets you watch all day long.
Original price: $49.24
If you’re not ready to invest in a full tablet, a portable monitor is a more affordable option. Connect to a laptop, tablet or phone via a USB-C or HDMI port and watch games on a bigger screen. Its durable metal design and included leather cover make it convenient to travel with.
Fire up the grill for March Madness with these game-day must-haves.
Captiva Designs 4-burner propane grill: $334.99 (36% off)
2-burner gas and charcoal grill combo: $339.97 (17% off)
Royal Gourmet barrel charcoal grill: $115.09 (11% off)
Traeger Grills Pro 780 wood pellet smoker: $1,039.98 (5% off)
Original price: $59.99
Grill up your favorites with this NCAA Spirit Series tool set, which comes with tongs, a spatula and a grilling fork, plus built-in bottle opener on two of the tools. The laser-cut design features your team’s logo, while team-colored handles add to the spirit of the day.
Original price: $359.99
Get ample cooking space for all your favorites with Royal Gourmet’s five-burner gas grill. With 602 square inches of grilling area and a side shelf, you can prep your meal before throwing it on the grill. Its stainless steel construction stands up to rain, snow and hot sun.
Original price: $299.99
Ninja’s Foodi indoor grill gives you that same grill taste inside. It offers six cooking options, including roasting, baking, broiling, dehydrating, frying and standard grilling. A built-in thermometer tracks temperatures for accurate results.
These game-day extras add the finishing touch to your March Madness setup.
Surge protector outlet extender: $9.99 (38% off)
JBL Flip 5 Bluetooth speaker: 89.95 (10% off)
Power strip tower: $22.95
To watch all the games, make sure you have the right streaming services. Paramount+, Hulu with live TV and DirectTV all offer access to CBS, which is streaming the tournament.
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Original price: $21.98
Keep your electronics safe when you use a power strip and surge protector. The four USB ports and 12 AC ports provide space for your TV, soundbar, a mini fridge and your chargers. A heavy-duty six-foot cord is long enough to reach behind entertainment centers and couches without straining.
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