2026-27 South Carolina SEC basketball schedule: Dates, Times, TV channels, where to watch live.
The South Carolina Gamecocks men's basketball schedule for the 2026-27 season features 32 games, including nonconference matchups against USC, Arizona State, NC State, Clemson and Maryland, followed by a challenging SEC schedule.
South Carolina opens its season against Stetson on November 3, 2026. The Gamecocks face several notable nonconference opponents before beginning SEC play in January. Their conference schedule includes matchups against Arkansas, Texas A&M, Vanderbilt, Alabama, Texas, Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee.
South Carolina's listed regular-season schedule concludes with a game against Georgia on March 6, 2027. Below is the complete South Carolina basketball schedule for 2026-27, including dates, tipoff times, opponents and TV channels.
How to Watch South Carolina Basketball in 2026-27
South Carolina games are scheduled to air on the SEC Network, SECN+, CBSSN, ACC Network, ESPN2 and FS1.
Most of the Gamecocks' listed SEC games are scheduled for the SEC Network. Several nonconference games and the December 29 matchup against South Carolina State still have broadcast details or tipoff times listed as TBA.
Check updated listings as the season approaches for any changes to game times and broadcast assignments.
South Carolina Basketball Schedule 2026-27: Dates, Times, Opponents and TV Channels
November 3: Stetson, 7:00 p.m. (SECN+)
November 8: Southeast Missouri State, 1:00 p.m. (SECN+)
November 11: Saint Peter's, 7:00 p.m. (SECN+)
November 14: Gardner-Webb, 2:00 p.m. (SECN+)
November 18: Elon, 7:00 p.m. (SEC Network, SECN+)
November 25: No. 21 USC, 4:30 p.m. (CBSSN)
November 26: Arizona State, 2:00 p.m. (TBA)
December 2026
December 1: NC State, 7:00 p.m. (ACC Network)
December 6: UT Martin, 12:00 p.m. (TBA)
December 12: Youngstown State, 4:00 p.m. (TBA)
December 15: Clemson, 9:00 p.m. (ESPN2)
December 19: Maryland, 1:00 p.m. (FS1)
December 22: North Carolina Central, 4:00 p.m. (TBA)
December 29: South Carolina State, time TBA (TBA)
January 2027
January 2: LSU, 3:30 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 6: No. 12 Arkansas, 9:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 9: Texas A&M, 3:30 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 12: No. 24 Vanderbilt, 9:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 16: Missouri, 1:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 20: No. 20 Alabama, 6:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 23: Mississippi State, 1:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 27: No. 7 Texas, 8:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
January 30: Oklahoma, 1:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 2027
February 2: No. 1 Florida, 7:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 6: Georgia, 8:30 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 10: No. 23 Kentucky, 8:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 13: Auburn, 6:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 20: Ole Miss, 3:30 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 23: No. 8 Tennessee, 7:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
February 27: Mississippi State, 1:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
March 2027
March 2: No. 1 Florida, 8:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
March 6: Georgia, 12:00 p.m. (SEC Network)
Key Games on the South Carolina Gamecocks Schedule
Several games stand out on South Carolina's 2026-27 basketball schedule.
November 25 vs. USC: The Gamecocks face No. 21 USC in a nonconference matchup on CBSSN.
December 15 vs. Clemson: The in-state rivalry game airs on ESPN2.
December 19 vs. Maryland: South Carolina meets Maryland in a nonconference contest on FS1.
January 6 vs. Arkansas: The Gamecocks face the No. 12 Razorbacks in SEC play.
January 20 vs. Alabama: South Carolina takes on the No. 20 Crimson Tide on the SEC Network.
January 27 vs. Texas: A conference matchup against the No. 7 Longhorns.
February 2 vs. Florida: The Gamecocks face the No. 1 Gators.
February 10 vs. Kentucky: South Carolina meets the No. 23 Wildcats.
February 23 vs. Tennessee: A late-season test against the No. 8 Volunteers.
March 2 vs. Florida: South Carolina gets another matchup against the top-ranked Gators before the regular-season finale.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does South Carolina basketball start the 2026-27 season?
South Carolina opens its season on November 3, 2026, against Stetson. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on SECN+.
How many games are on South Carolina's 2026-27 schedule?
The supplied schedule lists 32 games, running from November 3, 2026, through March 6, 2027.
Who are South Carolina's notable nonconference opponents?
The Gamecocks' nonconference schedule includes USC, Arizona State, NC State, Clemson and Maryland.
What TV channels will broadcast South Carolina basketball games?
The listed networks include the SEC Network, SECN+, CBSSN, ACC Network, ESPN2 and FS1.
When is South Carolina's final regular-season game?
South Carolina is scheduled to face Georgia on March 6, 2027, at 12:00 p.m. The game is listed on the SEC Network.
Final Thoughts
The South Carolina Gamecocks' 2026-27 basketball schedule features several intriguing nonconference matchups and a demanding SEC slate. Games against USC, Clemson and Maryland will provide early-season tests, while conference clashes against Arkansas, Texas, Alabama, Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee will be important challenges.
The Gamecocks close their listed regular-season schedule against Georgia on March 6. Bookmark this page for South Carolina basketball schedule updates, including dates, tipoff times, opponents and TV channels.
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