A packed preseason agenda
Indiana University’s men’s basketball program has locked in a preseason game against Western Kentucky that will be played at the Ford Center in Evansville on October 25, 2026. The matchup adds a regional flavor to the Hoosiers’ early‑season slate and will give fans a chance to see the team in a venue that holds roughly 11,000 spectators.
Just a week earlier, on October 18, 2026, the Hoosiers will travel to downtown Indianapolis for a second exhibition against North Carolina, a program known for its storied history and recent resurgence. The game is expected to draw a sizable crowd at the historic venue in the state capital.
Beyond those home‑and‑away exhibitions, Indiana will test itself against national powerhouses in neutral settings, meeting Kentucky and Syracuse at predetermined sites. Those contests are designed to provide competitive challenges outside the traditional conference environment.
Summer ambitions
The Hoosiers are also slated to represent the United States at the FISU America Games in Peru, where they will compete from July 20 through August 1, 2026. The international experience is viewed as a valuable opportunity for player development and team cohesion.
Closer to home, the team will open the regular season at Assembly Hall against Eastern Illinois, Bellarmine and Bowling Green, ensuring a blend of familiar rivals and new opponents as the schedule unfolds.