Duke schedules preseason games against Tennessee and Kansas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Duke will face Tennessee and Kansas in two marquee preseason matchups leading up to the 2026-27 basketball season. The Blue Devils begin their preseason on October 8 with a scrimmage against Belmont, followed by games against Tennessee on October 20 and Kansas on October 25. Tennessee reached the Elite Eight last season and is ranked No. 6 in ESPN's early top 25, while Kansas will look to replace Darryn Peterson, the No. 2 overall pick in the recent NBA draft.
- •Duke's preseason includes three games, starting October 8.
- •The Blue Devils play Tennessee on October 20.
- •Duke faces Kansas on October 25.
- •Tennessee made it to the Elite Eight last season.
- •Kansas is looking to rebuild following player losses.
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Duke announces two marquee preseason matchups
"Duke will face some hefty competition in the preseason as the Blue Devils battle Tennessee and Kansas.
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