2021–22 Western Athletic Conference men's basketball season

[1] On July 1, 2021, The WAC officially welcomed four new members: Abilene Christian, Lamar, Sam Houston, and Stephen F. Austin to grow and revitalize the conference.

The WAC tournament was held March 9–12, 2022 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

UTRGV Coach Lew Hill shockingly died during the previous season on February 7, 2021.

[11] Chicago State head coach Lance Irvin was fired in the offseason, posting a 7-54 overall record during his tenure.

Notes: The conference tournament is scheduled to be played from March 9–12, 2022, at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV.