Dukes to Face RMU in Hope Gas Backyard Basketball Classic

Pittsburgh, Pa. – As part of its 2026 non-conference schedule, the Duquesne University men’s basketball team will take part in the Hope Gas Backyard Basketball Classic Wednesday, Dec. 9, at PPG Paints Arena. The Dukes will face off against Robert Morris at 8:30 p.m. in the second game of a doubleheader that will also include a 6:00 p.m. tip between Pitt and West Virginia. The announcement was made Wednesday as part of a press conference at PPG Paints Arena. The Hope Gas Backyard Basketball Classic is designed to bring together fans throughout Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and the surrounding region…