Memphis faces Iowa State in season opener at Sanford Pentagon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 6:38 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Memphis opens its basketball season against No. 18 Iowa State on November 1 at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls. This match serves as a significant test for the Tigers, allowing them to assess their readiness against a nationally ranked opponent. Coach Penny Hardaway emphasized the importance of this game for building confidence and identifying areas for improvement ahead of conference play. Iowa State looks to reaffirm its preseason ranking and establish momentum in this challenging opener.
- •Memphis faces Iowa State at Sanford Pentagon on November 1
- •This is the season opener for both teams
- •Iowa State is ranked No. 18 in the AP poll
- •Last game between these teams was in 2021, won by Iowa State
- •Memphis aims to show improvement and confidence against strong opposition
- 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Memphis gets the measuring-stick opener Penny Hardaway wanted
"Memphis opens against a ranked Iowa State team in Sioux Falls. It is a demanding first test and an early chance for the Tigers to show how they stack up against a national contender.
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