UConn men's basketball team faces tough 2026-27 schedule
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The UConn men's basketball team has announced its 2026-27 schedule, featuring a challenging non-conference slate. The season opens on November 2 against Gardner-Webb at PeoplesBank Arena and includes rematches with Michigan and Duke. Following the non-conference games, UConn will embark on a 20-game Big East schedule that promises to be competitive. Coach Dan Hurley is optimistic that this tough lineup will prepare the team effectively for tournament play in March.
- •UConn opens the season against Gardner-Webb on November 2.
- •Key rematches include Michigan on November 6 and Duke on November 25.
- •The Big East schedule consists of 20 games, potentially leading to multiple NCAA bids.
- •Dan Hurley aims to strengthen the team's performance ahead of tournament season.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking down the UConn men's basketball team's 2026-27 schedule
"Rematches with Duke, Michigan, Illinois highlight non-conference slate, while Big East should be more competitive this season.
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