Colorado basketball is gearing up for another exciting chapter in the Acrisure Series, and fans have plenty to look forward to. After a strong showing in the 2025 event—where the Buffaloes notched impressive wins over San Francisco and Washington—the team is set to return to Palm Springs over the Thanksgiving holiday week in 2026.

The Buffs will join a stacked 12-team field that reads like a who's who of college hoops. Confirmed participants include USC, Stanford, Arizona State, Oregon State, Washington State, Utah State, South Carolina, Saint Louis, Grand Canyon, Nevada, and Santa Clara. That's a mix of rising programs, NCAA Tournament regulars, and familiar faces from Colorado's Pac-12 days—making for some potentially thrilling matchups.

While the specific brackets and opponents are still being finalized, last year's event featured three mini-tournaments: the Acrisure Classic, Acrisure Invitational, and Acrisure Holiday Invitational. Expect a similar format this time around, with the Buffs squaring off against two opponents during the holiday week.

For Colorado, this is more than just a tournament—it's a chance to build momentum and test the team against a diverse and talented field. With several roster spots to fill this offseason, the Acrisure Series will be an early measuring stick for the 2026-27 squad. Fans can start planning a Thanksgiving trip to the desert, because this is shaping up to be one of the most exciting non-conference events of the season.