What You Need to Know:
* Georgia State officially began practice for the 2016-17 season on Friday.
* The Panthers will open the regular season on Nov. 11, hosting Thomas University, before a four-game stretch on the road in the Cancun Challenge.
* GSU JAM will return to the GSU Sports Arena on Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m., featuring both the men and women’s team. Details to follow in the coming weeks.
ATLANTA-Coming off a third-straight winning season, the Georgia State men’s basketball team officially opened practice and preparations for the 2016-17 season on Friday.