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ACC basketball storylines highlighted ahead of 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 9:12 AM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

ACC basketball storylines highlighted ahead of 2026-27 season

Summary

ACC basketball enters the 2026-27 season with several key storylines as teams prepare for the upcoming campaign. Duke aims to defend its title while Louisville seeks to capitalize on an overhauled roster under coach Pat Kelsey. Virginia retained key players from a previous successful season, and Miami looks to build on its NCAA Tournament win from 2023. Controversy looms over fifth-year eligibility trials, with lawsuits affecting several players. The conference aims to maximize NCAA Tournament bids in the first expanded 76-team format, needing a strong showing come Selection Sunday.

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•Duke is the two-time defending champion in the ACC.
•Louisville's roster is considered one of the most talented in the country.
•Virginia retained four of its top six scorers from last season.
•Fifth-year eligibility chaos impacts some players, including Louisville's two signings.
•ACC aims to increase its NCAA Tournament representation beyond previous seasons.

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9:12 AMYahoo Sports — ACC basketball will be defined by these storylines in 2026-27

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From fifth-year eligibility madness to a handful of new coaches, these are the top storylines for ACC basketball entering the 2026-27 season.
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