Texas A&M-Kingsville opens its 2026-27 men’s basketball season at the Tulsa Tip-Off Classic, facing Northeastern State on Friday and Rogers State on Saturday. The Javelinas bring a new-look roster with 12 newcomers, led by senior guard Bryce Smith.

By the Numbers
  • Texas A&M-Kingsville went 2-1 in exhibitions, including a win over Division I Houston Christian.
  • The Javelinas are 4-1 in season openers over the past five seasons.
  • Smith averaged 6.4 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists last season, and led the team with 51 steals.
  • Friday’s game tips off at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday’s game starts at 5 p.m.
Yes, But

The Javelinas have limited recent history with this weekend’s opponents: they last played Northeastern State in 2009-10 and lost to Rogers State 87-59 last season.

What's Next

Texas A&M-Kingsville begins its regular season Friday against Northeastern State, then faces Rogers State Saturday. Both games will be available on the MIAA Network.

Bottom Line

A strong exhibition showing offers momentum, but the Javelinas’ early-season outlook will hinge on how quickly their 12 newcomers settle in around Smith.