RALEIGH, N.C. — The full NC State Basketball Schedule for the 2026-27 season is now available. The Wolfpack will open with a series of home games at the Lenovo Center before playing a complete non-conference slate and a full ACC Men’s Basketball schedule.
This NC State Men’s Basketball Schedule gives fans a clear look at the entire year, from the early non-conference games through the final regular-season road trip. The NC State Wolfpack Basketball slate includes a balanced mix of home dates, neutral-site contests, and challenging ACC road games.
NC State Basketball Schedule 2026-27
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Conference | ||||
| Monday | vs CampbellLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Friday | vs ETSULenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Tuesday | vs PresbyterianLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Friday | vs TroyLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Baha Mar Championship | ||||
| Thursday | vs Murray StateNassau, Bahamas | 6:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | vs Seton Hall/WisconsinNassau, Bahamas | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | vs Norfolk StateLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | vs ElonLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| ACC/SEC Challenge | ||||
| Tuesday | vs South CarolinaLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Bad Boy Mowers Series | ||||
| Sunday | vs TennesseeNashville, TN | TBD ET | ||
| Friday | vs UNCGJames T. Valvano Arena | TBD ET | ||
| Tobacco Road Classic | ||||
| Tuesday | vs North CarolinaFirst Horizon Coliseum | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | at Ole MissJackson, MS | TBD ET | ||
| Tuesday | vs Alabama A&MLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| ACC | ||||
| Tuesday | at MiamiCoral Gables, FL | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | vs ClemsonLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | vs PittsburghLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | at North CarolinaChapel Hill, NC | TBD ET | ||
| Tuesday | vs SMULenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Georgia TechAtlanta, GA | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | vs Wake ForestLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | at CaliforniaBerkeley, CA | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | at StanfordStanford, CA | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | vs Florida StateLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Wake ForestWinston-Salem, NC | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | vs Boston CollegeLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Virginia TechBlacksburg, VA | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | vs CaliforniaLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Wednesday | vs Notre DameLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | at DukeDurham, NC | TBD ET | ||
| Tuesday | vs LouisvilleLenovo Center | TBD ET | ||
| Saturday | at VirginiaCharlottesville, VA | TBD ET | ||
Campbell and the Early Home Stretch
The NC State Basketball Schedule begins with home games against Campbell, ETSU, Presbyterian, and Troy at the Lenovo Center. These early contests give the NC State Wolfpack Men’s Basketball program a chance to build chemistry before tougher non-conference tests.
Baha Mar, Tobacco Road and Neutral Events
The non-conference portion of the NC State Men’s Basketball Schedule includes the Baha Mar Championship in the Bahamas, the Bad Boy Mowers Series against Tennessee, the Tobacco Road Classic against North Carolina, and additional home games against Norfolk State, Elon, UNCG, and Alabama A&M.
South Carolina and the ACC/SEC Challenge
On December 1, the NC State Wolfpack Basketball team hosts South Carolina in the ACC/SEC Challenge at the Lenovo Center.
Miami, Clemson and the Start of ACC Play
Conference play on the NC State Basketball Schedule begins on December 29 at Miami. The NC State Men’s Basketball Schedule includes home games against Clemson, Pittsburgh, SMU, Wake Forest, Florida State, Boston College, California, Notre Dame, and Louisville.
Duke, North Carolina and Key Matchups
Major games on the NC State Basketball Schedule include the Tobacco Road rivalry with North Carolina, a road game at Duke, and home contests against Clemson and Louisville. These games will be important measuring sticks for the NC State Wolfpack Men’s Basketball team.
Key Games to Watch
- North Carolina (Dec 15 neutral / Jan 9 road)
- Duke (Feb 27) in Durham
- Clemson (Jan 2) at home
- Louisville (Mar 2) at the Lenovo Center
Greensboro and the ACC Tournament
After the regular season ends, the NC State Men’s Basketball Schedule will continue with the 2027 T. Rowe Price ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, North Carolina.
How to Stay Updated
Tip-off times and television networks for the NC State Basketball Schedule will be added as they are officially announced. Fans following NC State Basketball can check back for updates throughout the season.
For the latest information on the NC State Wolfpack Basketball program, visit the NC State Wolfpack Athletics website or follow live coverage on ESPN.
More ACC Schedules
- Full ACC Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- North Carolina Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Duke Basketball Schedule 2026-27
- Wake Forest Basketball Schedule 2026-27
FAQ
When does the NC State Basketball Schedule start?
The Wolfpack open the 2026-27 season on November 2 against Campbell at the Lenovo Center.
Where do the NC State Wolfpack play home games?
Most home games on the NC State Men’s Basketball Schedule are played at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina.
When does ACC play begin for NC State?
The ACC portion of the NC State Basketball Schedule starts on December 29, 2026, at Miami.
Is this the complete NC State Basketball Schedule?
Yes. This page includes all currently announced non-conference and ACC Men’s Basketball games for the NC State Wolfpack Basketball team.
