Gators to host Jacksonville in 2026-27 basketball season opener

The Florida Gators will welcome the Jacksonville Dolphins to the Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on November 5 for their home opener of the 2026-27 basketball season. This match is part of a growing non-conference schedule that includes notable opponents like Notre Dame and Duke. Florida previously defeated Jacksonville 81-60 in their last meeting on November 7, 2024, and has an all-time series advantage of 33-5 over the Dolphins. Additionally, the Gators will start their season with a neutral-site game against the Miami Hurricanes on November 2. More matchups are expected to be revealed as the season approaches.

• 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Gators to host Jacksonville in 2026-27 home opener