ACC Adjusts February 7 Basketball Schedule: New Times and Networks Set

Virginia Tech at NC State, SMU at Pitt, and Florida State at Notre Dame see schedule shifts

The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has shuffled its men’s basketball deck for February 7, 2026, and fans, you’ll want to mark your calendars with a fresh pen. The conference is also making history outside basketball, starting the football season with the college football game in Rio de Janeiro.

Virginia Tech’s showdown at NC State will tip off at 12:00 p.m. ET—an hour and a half earlier than originally planned. Across college sports, teams are already mapping out their seasons, including Vanderbilt’s path outlined in this Commodores’ 2026 schedule analysis. So, if you’re the type who likes to sleep in, you might want to set an extra alarm. Meanwhile, SMU’s clash at Pitt has been nudged up to 2:00 p.m. ET, instead of the previous 3:45 p.m. slot. Consider it a matinee double feature for college hoops lovers.

As for the Florida State at Notre Dame matchup, it’s making a network jump from ACC Network to The CW, with the action starting at 4:00 p.m. ET. If you’re flipping channels, don’t blink or you might miss the opening tip!

For the full 2025-26 ACC men’s basketball schedule and the latest updates, head over to theACC.com—because, let’s face it, nobody wants to be that fan who shows up late to the party.

In recent ACC men’s basketball news, Virginia’s De Ridder has snagged weekly honors, while SMU’s Edwards and Duke’s Boozer have also added some shine to their trophy cases. On the football side, Virginia is also in focus as roster changes shape expectations in the Virginia Cavaliers season outlook. For all the juicy details, check out the ACC’s official news section. After all, who doesn’t love a good underdog story or a highlight reel moment?