The University of Georgia has released its complete non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, a slate that blends road challenges, neutral‑site showcases and a handful of home‑court opportunities.
A loaded non‑conference schedule
The schedule features high‑profile road games at North Carolina and Georgia Tech, while neutral‑site contests are set for Orlando and New York, including a showdown at Madison Square Garden.
In addition to those marquee matchups, the Bulldogs will also meet opponents such as North Carolina Central, Presbyterian, Florida Gulf Coast, Jacksonville and a series of SEC rivals including Ole Miss, Auburn, Mississippi State, Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina, Vanderbilt, Texas A&M, Kentucky and Alabama.
Continuity and coaching vision
Head coach Mike White, now in his fourth season, wrapped up the previous campaign with a 22‑11 record and a 10‑win conference slate, underscoring the program’s steady upward trajectory.
White emphasized that the team’s continuity — four returning starters — provides a foundation for sustained success, noting that shared experience will be a key driver as the Bulldogs chase a third consecutive NCAA Tournament berth.
Key games to watch
The non‑conference slate also includes participation in the ACC/SEC Challenge against Boston College and a appearance in the Jimmy V Classic against Duke, both of which could serve as early barometers for the team’s national standing.
With a blend of tough road tests and opportunities to build chemistry, Georgia’s coaching staff believes the schedule is designed to sharpen the team before conference play and to reinforce the culture that has propelled the program over the past two seasons.