American Conference Unveils 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball slate
The American Conference released its full matchup schedule for the upcoming 2026‑27 men’s basketball season on Friday, setting the stage for a competitive campaign that will see each team contest eighteen conference games. The announcement comes as schools finalize travel plans and ticketing options for fans eager to attend.
For the Memphis Tigers, the schedule features a blend of home‑court advantages and road challenges. The Tigers will host single‑game matchups against Tulsa, East Carolina and Rice at FedExForum, while also welcoming Wichita State, South Florida, Charlotte, UAB, North Texas and Tulane in a home‑and‑home format.
Travel will take Memphis to Florida Atlantic, Temple and UTSA for one‑off contests, rounding out a demanding conference road trip. Conference play is slated to open on December 30, 2026, and will wrap up on March 7, 2027, providing a roughly ten‑week stretch of league action.
Season ticket sales for the Memphis Tigers’ 2026‑27 campaign have opened, giving supporters the opportunity to secure seats for the majority of home games. Early purchasers can also gain priority access to additional events throughout the season.
Geographic Footprint and Venue Details
The Tigers’ home games will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, a facility that has become synonymous with the program’s recent resurgence. Outside of Tennessee, the team will test itself in venues across the southern United States, including stops in Texas and Florida.
Conference opponents span a geographic range that stretches from the Gulf Coast to the heart of the Midwest, reflecting the American Conference’s effort to balance regional rivalries with competitive balance.