The 2026-27 men’s basketball season kicks off with a brutal non-conference slate, starting with an exhibition against Wayne State, followed by road tests at Marquette and Xavier. The Cancun Challenge in late November adds another layer of toughness with games against North Dakota and either Northern Colorado or Southeastern Louisiana. Big matchups against Michigan State and Michigan round out the early schedule, with the rivalry games already circled. Meanwhile, Marvin Owens is set to be honored in the American Basketball Hall of Fame, and player Carter earns NABC Honors Court recognition for academic excellence — proving this season will deliver both fierce competition and well-deserved accolades.

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Detroit Mercy’s men’s basketball team is firing on all cylinders with a bold, historic schedule that includes showdowns against Michigan and Michigan State—rivals they’ve faced since the ‘90s—and a trip to Mexico for the Cancun Challenge, their first international games since 1999. They’re also renewing old rivalries with Marquette and Xavier while hosting doubleheaders with the women’s team to pack the house. After a strong 17-win season and returning six letterwinners, the Titans open with Marquette, then Xavier, and host Toledo before facing Michigan State and the Christmas-week showdown against defending NCAA champ Michigan—marking their first meeting with a title-holder since 1979.

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Detroit Mercy Athletics is hosting their second annual “Titans of Detroit” fundraiser on September 18, 2026, at the Cambria Hotel Detroit — a glamorous evening of fine dining, free drinks, and a high-stakes auction all to support the university’s athletic programs. Guests will include NBA legends Isiah Thomas, Tom Izzo, and Derrick Coleman, plus Titan icon John Long and UDM coaches. Tickets are $400 each with valet included, and table sponsorships available. The night kicks off with happy hour at 6 PM, dinner at 7 PM, and special hotel rates for attendees. Don’t miss your chance to mingle with sports royalty while making a big impact.

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