
Minnesota Gophers Add Neutral‑Site Clash with SMU in Texas
The Gophers will face SMU in a neutral‑site game on Dec. 12, 2026, as part of a strategic nonconference schedule designed to boost their NCAA résumé.
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The Gophers will face SMU in a neutral‑site game on Dec. 12, 2026, as part of a strategic nonconference schedule designed to boost their NCAA résumé.

The University of Minnesota announced a neutral‑site game against SMU on December 12 in Frisco, Texas, completing a two‑game series that underscores a strategic shift in the Gophers' nonconference planning.

Southern Methodist University will host Oklahoma at Moody Coliseum on Dec. 22, marking the first leg of a two‑year basketball series that also includes a future game in Norman and a football meeting at AT&T Stadium.

SMU will host Oklahoma at Moody Coliseum on December 22, kick off a demanding schedule that includes games at DePaul and UNLV, and prepare for a future ACC showdown in Greensboro, all under Head Coach Andy Enfield’s third season and a highly touted transfer class.

The 2026 Hall of Fame Series Phoenix will feature a Sweet 16 rematch between Arizona and Arkansas, led by Hall of Fame coach John Calipari, and a clash between SMU and UNLV, as the series celebrates its fourth consecutive year in Phoenix.

Jordan McLaughlin's modest contributions helped the San Antonio Spurs defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, securing a spot in the NBA Finals.

After a decisive Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, Jordan McLaughlin and the San Antonio Spurs advance to the NBA Finals, marking a personal milestone for the 30‑year‑old former Trojan.

The Atlantic Coast Conference released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, outlining an 18‑game slate for SMU that blends familiar rivalries with challenging road trips.

USC's revamped roster under Eric Musselman could finally translate into NCAA Tournament success, while UCLA's quiet offseason raises concerns about competitiveness.

From Duke's steady hand under Jon Scheyer to Virginia's early strides with Ryan Odom, the Atlantic Coast Conference is witnessing a mix of stability and transformation as coaches confront evolving challenges.

Indiana University has secured the services of Samet Yigitoglu, a towering Turkish big man whose career at SMU showcased elite offensive rebounding and efficient scoring.

DePaul will host SMU at Wintrust Arena on Dec. 5, 2026, before the teams travel to Dallas for a 2027‑28 return game, marking the first meeting between the Blue Demons and the Mustangs.

The Florida Gulf Coast Eagles have topped the ASUN in defensive efficiency for two consecutive seasons and captured their first back‑to‑back tournament wins, driven by Pat Chambers' emphasis on defense and rebounding.
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