College basketball schedules announced for Saint Leo and Florida State

Saint Leo University men's basketball is set to begin its 2026-27 season with an exhibition game against the University of South Florida. The matchup is scheduled for Monday, October 19, at the Yuengling Center. This marks the second consecutive year the Lions have opened their preseason against the Bulls.

Florida State University has also released its 2026-27 men's basketball schedule. The Seminoles are slated to open their regular season on November 2 against Florida A&M in Tampa. Their nonconference schedule includes matchups against teams such as Troy, Ball State, Tennessee, and Houston, followed by Atlantic Coast Conference play starting in January.