Southern Illinois University’s men’s basketball team announced on Apr. 23 that it has accepted an invitation to compete in the 2026 Paradise Jam tournament in the Virgin Islands as part of its non-conference schedule for the 2026-27 season.
The participation marks the Salukis’ second appearance at the Paradise Jam and their first under head coach Scott Nagy. The event will feature eight teams and will be held for the 27th time overall, with this being its 26th men’s tournament.
In their previous showing at the Paradise Jam in November 2021, Southern Illinois finished with one win and two losses, opening with a victory over Colorado before falling to Creighton by two points in the third-place game. Details about fan engagement opportunities, travel packages, accommodations, and updates about participating teams can be found on www.basketballtravelers.com/fans and through official social media channels associated with Paradise Jam.
The Southern Illinois Salukis men’s basketball program is part of Southern Illinois University and competes at the NCAA Division I level within the Missouri Valley Conference according to the official website. The team hosts its home games at Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois according to the official website.
As a participant in intercollegiate athletics according to the official website, Southern Illinois continues to engage fans through multiple platforms including SIUSalukis.com and various social media outlets. The upcoming appearance at Paradise Jam provides another opportunity for supporters to follow and support their team.
