Mark your calendar for these 3 Texas college basketball games

College hoops are back. To celebrate, we made a shortlist of the most intriguing men's basketball games in Texas this season.

1. Texas vs. Gonzaga

The Longhorns will be tested early in their season against championship contender Gonzaga.

• Date: Wednesday, 8:30pm.
• Location: Moody Center, Austin.
• Ways to watch: Watch on ESPN2 or buy tickets here.

2. Baylor vs. TCU

Both teams are expected to be good this season, but TCU will be trying to win a game at Baylor for the first time since 2018.

• Date: Jan. 4, 8pm.
• Location: Ferrell Center, Waco.
• Ways to watch: Watch on ESPN or buy tickets here.

3. Houston vs. SMU

Perhaps the best Houston team since Phi Slamma Jama faces their rivals from Dallas for the 91st time overall.

• Date: Jan. 5, 6pm.
• Location: Fertitta Center, Houston.
• Ways to watch: Watch on ESPN2 or buy tickets here.