Alabama and Miami headline upcoming 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge basketball slate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
The 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge features a marquee matchup between Alabama and Miami in Coral Gables. Alabama enters the season with a retooled roster led by returner Amari Allen and incoming recruits Jaxon Richardson and Qayden Samuels. Miami, coached by Jai Lucas, relies on returning guard Shelton Henderson and key portal additions Acaden Lewis and Somto Cyril. The game serves as an early-season test for both programs to evaluate new lineup combinations and depth. The contest pits Alabama’s fast-paced, high-scoring offensive style against a Miami defense anchored by the shot-blocking presence of Cyril. Both teams look to integrate their personnel to build momentum for their respective conference schedules.
- •Alabama travels to Coral Gables to face Miami in the ACC/SEC Challenge.
- •Alabama retains Amari Allen and adds freshmen Jaxon Richardson and Qayden Samuels.
- •Miami adds transfer center Somto Cyril, who averaged 2.2 blocks per game last season.
- •Acaden Lewis joins the Miami backcourt after earning All-Big East honors.
- 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Must-Watch Matchups in the 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge
"The ACC/SEC Challenge matchups have quickly become some of the most anticipated games on the college basketball calendar. This year’s slate once again features several high-profile programs going head-to-head in important early-season tests. With intriguing storylines, talented rosters, and plenty of national implications, a few games stand above the rest. Here are the three must-watch …
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