SEC slate takes shape
LSU basketball has unveiled its schedule of SEC opponents for the 2026‑27 season, confirming a slate that will feature 18 conference games. The announcement marks the first step toward a full calendar that will be released later this summer.
The Tigers will enjoy six home contests at the PMAC in Baton Rouge, while they will hit the road for six away games against other SEC members. In addition, three matchups are set up as home‑and‑home series against traditional rivals, promising extra intensity throughout the year.
Rivalries and road tests
Home opponents include the University of Florida, the University of Ole Miss, the University of South Carolina, the University of Tennessee, the University of Texas and Vanderbilt University. Each of these games will be played in front of the home crowd in Baton Rouge.
On the road, LSU will travel to face Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi State, Missouri and Oklahoma. These venues represent some of the most competitive environments in the conference.
The home‑and‑home series will pit the Tigers against Auburn, Arkansas and Texas A&M, creating a trio of tightly contested battles that could swing the standings.
While the full non‑conference schedule, including dates and tip‑off times, will be released later, the revealed SEC matchups already give fans a clear picture of the challenges ahead.
The schedule reflects the depth of talent across the SEC, with each team confronting a balanced mix of historic powers and emerging programs, setting the stage for a competitive and unpredictable season.