EuroCup 2026-2027 Season Schedule Revealed
Following the EuroLeague, the EuroCup has unveiled its complete 2026-2027 season schedule. The new format promises a total of 224 regular season games, running from Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to Wednesday, January 13, 2027, with an additional 45 playoff encounters possible.
Thirty-two teams will compete in the initial phase, divided into four groups of eight. These teams will play a round-robin format before advancing to the playoffs. The playoff structure includes Round of 16 (February 2-12), Quarter-finals (March 9-19), Semi-finals (March 31-April 9), and a Final series (April 21-30). Each series will be a best-of-three format.
The decisive Game 3 of the 2026-2027 EuroCup Finals, if necessary, is scheduled for Friday, April 30. Game 1 will take place on Wednesday, April 21, followed by Game 2 on Tuesday, April 27.
Strong Start for Betclic Elite Clubs
This season, three clubs from the French Betclic Elite will participate in the competition. Reigning champions JL Bourg will commence their campaign with an away game against Naples on Wednesday, September 30, at 8:00 PM. Le Mans Sarthe Basket will have the honor of kicking off the season against Aris Thessaloniki on Tuesday, September 29, at 8:00 PM. AS Monaco, if they confirm their return to Betclic Elite, will begin their journey on the road against Lietkabelis on Wednesday, September 30, at 7:30 PM.
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