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A look at the early forecasts for the Mountain West Conference's chances of securing multiple NCAA Tournament bids in the 2026‑27 season, focusing on key teams, players and coaching storylines.
The Grand Canyon men's basketball team unveiled its 2026‑27 schedule, featuring a marquee game against No. 1 Florida and a series of home‑court tests early in the campaign.
Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.
Florida will face Grand Canyon at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on Dec. 18, marking the third consecutive appearance in the Jacksonville Hoops Showdown and showcasing a roster bolstered by key returning players.
GCU will meet Florida, the preseason No. 1 team, in Jacksonville on December 18, a neutral‑site game that could define both programs’ tournament aspirations.
Despite missing several starters, the Lopes posted an 83‑65 victory, with standout displays from Efe Demirel, Omaha Biliew and Dylan Darling, signaling growing cohesion ahead of upcoming matches.
The Lopes will play two exhibition matches in Vancouver, British Columbia, against Canadian college opponents, marking their second overseas trip in as many years.
Grand Canyon University will continue its participation in the Acrisure Series with two home games in Palm Desert, California, on Nov. 24 and 25. The roster features returning stars Efe Demirel and Makaih Williams, plus a transfer portal class of seven experienced players.
The first summer workout highlighted the team's focus on quick transitions, depth, and integration of new players under Coach Bryce Drew.
With Utah State, San Diego State, Colorado State and Boise State headed to the Pac‑12, the Mountain West’s remaining squads jockey for position, led by New Mexico, Grand Canyon and Nevada.
The Mountain West Conference has seen a flurry of movement in the transfer portal this offseason, with 81 players from the league electing to explore new destinations. Of those, 47 have already secured transfers, reshaping rosters across the ten‑team circuit.