Siena Men's Basketball, the reigning Metro Conference champion, has unveiled its 2026‑27 schedule, a 20‑game slate that blends home comforts with road challenges. The announcement comes as the program welcomes new head coach Nevada Smith, who inherits a roster that returns five letterwinners and adds eleven newcomers, including three transfers and eight freshmen.
Key matchups and marquee dates
The schedule highlights a New Year’s Day home game against Iona on Jan. 1, a Martin Luther King Jr. Day clash with Manhattan on Jan. 18, and a first Saturday home game against Canisius on Feb. 13, the first such meeting since the 2018‑19 season. A much‑anticipated title rematch against Merrimack is set for Friday, Dec. 4 at MVP Arena, promising a early test of the team’s championship mettle.
Mid‑January brings a grueling stretch of six consecutive games, featuring contests against Marist, Niagara and other conference rivals. The slate also includes Senior Day against Marist Red Foxes on Feb. 28, providing a narrative crescendo as the regular season winds down.
Conference championships return to Atlantic City
The Metro Conference Championships will make their annual return to Atlantic City, New Jersey, from Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, culminating in the championship game on Mar. 9. The event will showcase the Saints and their rivals in a high‑stakes environment that could shape the NCAA Tournament picture.
Overall, the 2026‑27 schedule offers a blend of home‑court advantages, challenging road trips, and marquee matchups that position Siena to defend its title while testing the depth and resilience of a roster in transition.