LSU's athletics department has unveiled the full slate for the 2026‑27 men's basketball season, a schedule that blends early‑season tune‑ups with a demanding slate of conference and non‑conference opponents.
Exhibition Opener
The first public test will come on Oct. 8, when the Tigers travel to face McNeese State in a preseason exhibition that promises to be a homecoming of sorts for head coach Will Wade, who previously led the Cowboys before returning to Baton Rouge.
Season Opener
The official start of the campaign arrives on Nov. 3, when LSU hosts LSU New Orleans in a home game that will set the tone for the months ahead.
Notable Matchups
Beyond the local contests, the schedule features high‑profile games against Gonzaga, Houston and Kentucky, each of which brings a different style of play and a chance for the Tigers to climb national rankings.
SEC Tournament
The regular season will wrap up with the SEC Tournament scheduled for March 10‑14 in Nashville, Tennessee, where LSU hopes to translate its regular‑season momentum into a deep postseason run.
Game times and broadcast networks are slated to be announced in September, giving fans a chance to plan their viewing schedules around the team's most anticipated contests.