UNC basketball reveals challenging 2026-2027 non-conference schedule

The North Carolina Tar Heels have announced their non-conference schedule for the 2026-2027 season, which includes notable matchups against teams from major conferences. Under new head coach Michael Malone, UNC will open with three preseason games, including contests against Southern Cal and Indiana. Key games include a December 1 match against Arkansas during the ACC-SEC Challenge, a December 15 rivalry game against N.C. State, and a December 19 clash with Kentucky in the CBS Sports Classic. The non-conference schedule also features a January 30 game against Illinois, a team that reached the Final Four last season. This slate aims to prepare UNC prior to entering ACC play.

• 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — A closer look a UNC basketball’s 2026-2027 non-conference schedule