The Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball program unveiled its non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, a 14‑game slate that blends home contests, neutral‑site events and matchups against recent NCAA Tournament participants.
A schedule built for challenge
The season will open on November 3 at Coleman Coliseum against Sam Houston, setting the tone for a campaign that includes six games versus teams that advanced to the NCAA Tournament a year ago.
Among the highlighted opponents are Gonzaga and Kansas State, who will meet the Tide in a high‑profile neutral‑site clash, while St. John's will also travel to Birmingham for the C.M. Newton Classic.
In addition to those marquee games, Alabama will test itself against a diverse array of opponents, including Arkansas State, Oakland, Seton Hall, Kennesaw State, Baylor, Miami, Houston, South Florida, Iowa and Samford, each bringing a different style of play.
Early‑season highlights
Coach Nate Oats emphasized the purpose of the schedule, noting that the mix of competition is designed to sharpen the team ahead of SEC play and to give fans memorable early‑season experiences.
With the schedule now official, the Crimson Tide will begin training camp in early October, preparing for the first tip‑off and aiming to translate the challenging non‑conference slate into a strong start to the season.