UCF basketball announces challenging non-conference schedule for 2026-27

UCF's men's basketball team will face a rigorous non-conference schedule in 2026-27, highlighted by six matchups against Power 4 opponents. The Knights open the season on November 2 against Florida Gulf Coast, where they will feature ASUN Defensive Player of the Year Isaiah Malone. Key games include a home contest with Mississippi State on November 17 and a road game at Vanderbilt on November 20. UCF will also participate in the ESPN Events Invitational, likely playing either Georgia or Boston College. Other notable matchups include a first-ever meeting with Indiana on December 12 and a neutral-site game against Virginia Tech on December 19.

• 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — UCF basketball faces 6 Power 4 opponents in newly released non-conference schedule