The Utah men's basketball team is scheduled to host the Oregon Ducks on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. This game marks the conclusion of the Runnin' Utes' exhibition schedule.
The matchup is scheduled for a 6:30 p.m. (MDT) tip-off in Salt Lake City. Bill Riley and former Runnin' Ute Sean Mooney are scheduled to provide the broadcast call on ESPN+. Admission to the game is free for all fans, with seating designated as general admission in both the upper and lower bowls.
Utah enters this exhibition matchup following a 71-61 loss to Nevada on Saturday, Oct. 17. During that game, Utah's offense improved from a 28.1-percent shooting rate in the first half to 55.2-percent in the second half. Trey Campbell recorded 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Taison Chatman added 11 points off the bench. Jackson Holcombe contributed 10 points and 9 rebounds.
The Oregon Ducks enter the contest following a 71-65 exhibition loss to Seattle U last Thursday. Pharaoh Compton led the Ducks with 15 points and 5 rebounds. The Oregon program is currently under the leadership of interim head coach Tony Stubblefield, who was named to the role following the retirement of long-time head coach Dana Altman.
Following the conclusion of the exhibition slate, Utah is scheduled to begin its 2026-27 season opener on Monday, Nov. 2, against Long Beach State at 7 p.m. (MDT). This begins a five-game homestand at the Jon M. Huntsman Center, which includes a scheduled match against Towson on Thursday, Nov. 5.
