Big Ten announces men's basketball schedules, including MSU-UM matchups
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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The Big Ten revealed its 2026-27 men's basketball schedules, featuring key dates for Michigan State and Michigan's rivalry. The teams will compete twice in February, first on February 13 in Ann Arbor and then again on February 26 in East Lansing. Michigan State starts its conference play at home against Minnesota on December 2, while Michigan will open on December 9 at Rutgers. Both teams are coming off contrasting performances, with Michigan winning last season's Big Ten title and later securing the national championship, while Michigan State had an earlier exit in the playoffs.
- •Michigan and Michigan State play February 13 and 26.
- •Michigan's conference opener is December 9 at Rutgers.
- •Michigan State begins Big Ten play December 2 at home against Minnesota.
- •Michigan won last season's Big Ten title and national championship.
- •Tip times and television details are to be announced later.
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ten releases men's basketball schedules; see when MSU-UM play
"The rivals will square off twice in February, with the first meeting in Ann Arbor and the rematch in East Lansing.
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