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Oct 28, 2026; Lexington, KY, USA; UCF Knights guard Dior Johnson (1) passes the ball during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Coach Johnny Dawkins and the Knights had a close shave to open the 2026-27 season, but still came away with a win over Florida Gulf Coast.

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Coach Johnny Dawkins and the Knights had a close shave to open the 2026-27 season, but still came away with a win over Florida Gulf Coast.

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Oct 28, 2026; Lexington, KY, USA; UCF Knights guard Riley Kugel (8) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

See how to follow the UCF Knights men's basketball team as it embarks on their 2026-27 campaign.

Oct 7, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Taylor Hendricks (22) reacts after a dunk during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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As the 2026 NBA season tips off, here is a guide to which professional teams former UCF Knights are playing for.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights guard Riley Kugel (2) dribbles the ball UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Thanks to a second favorable legal ruling, guard Riley Kugel has another layer of protection to pursue another season of college basketball.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Trent Perry (0) dribbles the ball past UCF Knights forward Jordan Burks (99) in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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With the UCF men's basketball team's full 2026-27 schedule unveiled, here are six road games that Knights fans need to watch out for.

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; UCF Knights center John Bol (7) shoots the ball during the first half against the Cincinnati Bearcats at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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With the UCF men's basketball team's full 2026-27 schedule unveiled, here are six games in Orlando that Knights fans should take note of.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights guard Riley Kugel (2) shoots the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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With a recent ruling by a Dallas County court, Riley Kugel and Phillip Dunnam are set to return to college sports in 2026-27, but will they be with the UCF Knights?

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights forward Jamichael Stillwell (4) reaches for a rebound against the UCLA Bruins in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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While forward Jamichael Stillwell has now committed to transfer to Texas Tech, it is not entirely doom and gloom for the UCF Knights men's basketball team.

Mar 25, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Taylor Hendricks (22) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center Bismack Biyombo (18) defends during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Learn more about the three former UCF Knights players taking the court for the 2026 NBA Summer League.

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; UCF Knights guard Themus Fulks (1) drives around Arizona Wildcats guard Jackson Francois (7) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Former UCF guard Themus Fulks signs with the Los Angeles Clippers for the 2026 NBA Summer League.

Feb 28, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins during the second half against the Baylor Bears at Addition Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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UCF men's basketball coach Johnny Dawkins' three-year extension was officially announced by the Knights on Thursday afternoon.

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UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell continues to seek an extra year of eligibility for the 2026-27 season.

Feb 8, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins works the sideline against the Cincinnati Bearcats in the second half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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Follow along as the UCF Knights men's and women's basketball programs build their 2026-27 recruiting class. This real-time tracker features the programs' additions, misses, and remaining questions.

Iowa State Cyclones' guard Kenzie Hare (12) put high pressure on UCF Knights forward Mahogany Chandler-Roberts (33) and gets offensive foul during the first quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball on Jan. 31, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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It's not going to be all new faces on the court for the UCF Knights as the Gabe Lazo era begins.

Feb 21, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins looks on during the first half of a game against the Utah Utes at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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A guard that would have been UCF's second-highest rated prospect in program history reopens his recruitment.

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Learn what new coach Gabe Lazo and his coaching staff can bring to the UCF women's basketball program.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights forward Jamichael Stillwell (4) shoots the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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UCF forward Jamichael Stillwell enters transfer portal and confirms he is seeking another year of eligibility.

Jan 31, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights center John Bol (7) defends Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Jaylen Petty (11) during the second half at Addition Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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UCF centers John Bol and Elijah Hulsewe confirm their returns for the 2026-27 season.

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights guard Themus Fulks (1) dribbles the ball against the UCLA Bruins in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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UCF guard Themus Fulks declared for the 2026 NBA Draft.

Mar 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; UCF Knights center Moustapha Thiam (52) makes a move against West Virginia Mountaineers guard Javon Small (7) during the second half at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Former UCF and Cincinnati center Moustapha Thiam is reportedly considering a return to the Knights for the 2026-27 season.

Wofford Terriers guard Cayden Vasko (0) takes a jump shot as Auburn Tigers take on Wofford Terriers at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.

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UCF men's basketball reportedly added its first guard from the transfer portal, Cayden Vasko, formerly of Wofford.

Florida Gulf Coast Eagles forward Isaiah Malone (32) tries to get possession of a ball during the second half of a GEICO Coconut Hoops Tournament Tarpon Bay division game against the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles at Alico Arena on Fort Myers, Fla., on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025.

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UCF's men's basketball team makes its first transfer portal addition of the offseason.

Mar 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins argues a call during the first half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Guard Carmelo Pacheco was announced as officially returning for the 2026-27 season.

Mar 19, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; UCF Knights head coach Johnny Dawkins conducts a press conference during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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With the transfer portal window now open, here are three more players currently in the transfer portal coach Johnny Dawkins can target for his 2026-27 squad.

Iowa State Cyclones' guard Jada Williams (8) lays up the ball around UCF Knights center Khyala Ngodu (35) during the second quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball on Jan. 31, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

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With a new coaching staff at the helm, here are three players currently in the transfer portal that coach Gave Lazo can target for his debut Knights squad.