The American Conference revealed its 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, confirming that all twelve member schools will contest an 18‑game conference schedule.
Format of the Conference Play
Each team will face six opponents twice, split evenly between home and road venues, while the remaining six opponents will be met just once, three times at home and three times away.
Conference competition is slated to open on December 30, 2026 and will wrap up on March 7, 2027, providing a compact yet comprehensive regular season.
Bid Implications
South Florida, the reigning American Conference champion, secured an automatic berth to the NCAA Tournament, underscoring the conference’s automatic qualification pathway.
Tulsa and Wichita State earned NIT invitations, with Wichita State having advanced to the championship game in the 2025‑26 season, adding a narrative of recent postseason success.
The complete schedule, including specific dates and tip‑off times, will be released in the coming weeks, giving fans ample time to plan.