PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – The Prairie View A&M University men's basketball team opens Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) play on Saturday, Jan. 3, as the Panthers travel to face Grambling State University. Tip off is scheduled for 4 p.m. inside the Frederick C. Hobdy Assembly Center in Grambling, La.

The game will be streamed live on SWACTV, with live statistics available at gsutigers.com.

Saturday's contest marks the conference opener for the Panthers, who begin league action looking to establish momentum early in the SWAC race. Prairie View A&M enters conference play following a competitive non-conference slate that tested the team against strong regional and national opponents, providing valuable experience heading into league competition.

Grambling State opens its home SWAC schedule against the Panthers in what is expected to be a physical and high-energy match up, as both programs look to make an early statement in conference standings.

Prairie View A&M will focus on defensive intensity, efficient offensive execution, and controlling the tempo as it begins the pursuit of SWAC success. With conference play officially underway, every possession and performance carries added importance.

Fans are encouraged to follow the Panthers throughout SWAC action as the season enters its next phase.