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The SMU Mustangs mascot celebrates. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

It is still early in the 2027 recruiting cycle for college basketball, with the majority of the top 100 high school recruits being uncommitted. However, SMU is off to a wonderful start.

The SMU Mustangs mascot celebrates. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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It is still early in the 2027 recruiting cycle for college basketball, with the majority of the top 100 high school recruits being uncommitted. However, SMU is off to a wonderful start.

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SMU Mustangs forward Jermaine O'Neal Jr. (7) Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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SMU hosts No. 22 Miami on Senior Night with ACC Tournament seeding at stake. Game time, TV info and key stats inside

SMU Mustangs forward Corey Washington. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards—Imagn Images

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The Mustangs are in a good position to qualify for the NCAA Tournament, unlike last season when they were not chosen.

Clemson Tigers forward RJ Godfrey (0) pushes SMU Mustangs center Samet Yigitoglu (24) during game at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C.

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SMU falls 74-70 at Clemson in ACC play, slipping to 12-3 overall after failing to sustain momentum from its biggest win in years.

Feb 21, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; SMU Mustangs guard Nic Moore (11) during a game against the East Carolina Pirates at Moody Coliseum. SMU won 74-63. Mandatory Credit: Ray Carlin-USA TODAY Sports

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Moore, who played for SMU from 2013 to 2016, led the Mustangs to a conference title in 2015 along with a NCAA tournament appearance.

SMU Mustangs coach Rhett Lashlee before the game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the SMU Mustangs at Amon G. Carter Stadium.

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With the ACC getting run over by SEC, Big Ten in playoff revenue distribution, Mustangs looking to win most of all.

USC Trojans coach Andy Enfield yells from the bench in the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom.

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Getting left out of challenge may have been disrespectful or something Enfield really wanted.

USC Trojans head coach Andy Enfield directs players during home game.

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Mustangs add six players from NCAA Transfer Portal after retaining just three players from last season

Jan 3, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Andy Enfield

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Andy Enfield is perfect choice to compete in the ACC.

Feb 15, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Andy Enfield

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In 91 days SMU will join the ACC. The Mustangs now have the coach they believe will help them compete against blue blood programs Duke, North Carolina, and NC State. SMU officially announced the hiring of Andy Enfield as the men’s basketball coach Monday.

Mustangs’ Season Ends in First Round NIT Loss

Indiana State rallies from 15-point second half deficit to defeat SMU in the opening round of the NIT tournament on Wednesday.

Texas-San Antonio Ends Mustangs’ Home Win Streak

SMU coach Rob Lanier and his players aren’t focusing on the upcoming conference tournament or talking about getting their 20th win of the season.

Mustangs Face Big Test in Sunshine State

Despite not receiving any votes in top 25 polls, SMU rides six-game win streak into pair of games against the two teams sitting above SMU in the AAC standings.

AAC on Notice: SMU Dominates Memphis in 27-Point Victory

SMU won a sixth-straight game Sunday, blowing out Memphis, 106-79, behind Ricardo Wright and Zhuric Phelps with George W. Bush courtside.

Mustang Duo Reach 1,000 Career Points in Win

Only 43 players have gotten 1,000 points, now SMU's Zhuric Phelps and Samuell Williamson join list in 87-79 win over Tulane.

Mustangs Ride Four-Game Win Streak Into Tulane

SMU defeated Tulane by four points less than a week ago and it sparked the Mustangs’ current four-game win streak. Now they can make it 5.

Mustangs Notch 26-Point Road Win at Rice

Mustangs end first half on 14-2 run before cruising to big road conference win against former Southwestern Conference rival.

SMU's Last Chance Gets De-railed, Clangs off Rim at North Texas

Mean Green get a 68-66 win, showing everybody what might have been missed in 21 years of not playing in lose, physical game.

Mustangs Now Have North Texas, Stepping Up in Competition

Hard to believe two teams in Metroplex haven't played since 2002-03 season and Mustangs on a hot streak right now.

Mustangs Finally Find Killer Inside Themselves

Mustangs discover taste for blood as Ponies find killer instinct

Temple Slow Start May Have Caused SMU Relaxing Later

Rob Lanier trying to get team playing at certain level, regardless what other team is doing and is part of process coach has building Mustangs.

SMU Must Be Wary of Overlooking Temple

If Rob Lanier can keep Mustangs locked in, path to AAC title gets shorter

Forget Topping 2023 Wins, SMU's Potential Much Bigger

Lanier has Mustangs' potential reaching well beyond simply topping 2023 wins

SMU's Near Record-Breaking Night Sends Mustangs into Break Blazing Hot

Rob Lanier's Ponies start winter on fire on road against Murray State Racers

Chuck Harris' Big Night Paces Ponies to Big Win Over FSU

With move to ACC next year, taking down future opponent solid step, but SMU still has tough AAC league to navigate this season.