A Historic Matchup in Music City
Georgia Tech’s men’s basketball team is set to travel to Nashville on December 6, 2026, where it will meet Murray State at Bridgestone Arena. The contest forms part of a doubleheader that also showcases a clash between Tennessee and NC State, promising a full slate of high‑profile college basketball action.
Adding intrigue is the fact that the Yellow Jackets will be guided by new head coach Scott Cross, who brings nearly two decades of coaching experience to the role. Cross previously steered Troy to back‑to‑back NCAA Tournament appearances and captured consecutive Sun Belt Conference championships, credentials that have already raised expectations for his debut season at Tech.
The upcoming meeting will mark the third encounter between the two programs, a series that currently stands tied at one win apiece. Georgia Tech last faced Murray State in the 2005 NCAA Tournament, also at Bridgestone Arena, a memory that adds a nostalgic layer to the upcoming showdown.
Fans eager to witness the action can purchase tickets when they go on sale to the public on June 5, 2026. The arena’s central location in downtown Nashville, combined with the surrounding entertainment district, is expected to draw a sizable crowd for what promises to be a memorable evening of college basketball.
The game is also embedded in Georgia Tech’s 2026‑27 ACC schedule, underscoring its significance within the conference’s slate and highlighting the Yellow Jackets’ ambition to make an early statement as the season unfolds.