The Canisius Golden Griffins open the 2026‑27 Metro Conference men’s basketball season at home against Rider on December 4, marking the first meeting of the new conference era since the 2017‑18 campaign.
The schedule, while unbalanced, pairs each school against eight opponents twice and four others once, creating a compact slate that blends home‑court advantages with challenging road trips.
Key Matchups and Milestones
Highlights include a New Year’s Day showdown with Marist on January 1, the Griffs’ 20th all‑time game on that date, and a Martin Luther King Jr. Day clash at Fairfield, the first such meeting since the 2002‑03 season.
Season tickets for combined home men’s and women’s basketball games are now on sale through the Canisius Ticket Office, offering fans a convenient way to follow both programs throughout the year.
Mid‑Season Road Stretch and February Home Stand
After a series of home games in January, the Griffins embark on a three‑game road stretch that includes contests at Niagara, Saint Peter’s and Manhattan, before returning to a busy February schedule featuring three consecutive home games against Quinnipiac, Marist and Niagara.
The regular season will close with road victories at Mount St. Mary’s and Rider in late February, setting the stage for the Metro Conference tournament.
The 2027 Metro Conference Men’s Basketball Championship is slated for March 4‑9 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, where the top ten teams will compete for the title.