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Big 12 basketball rankings position Arizona as favorite for 2026-27 season

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Big 12 basketball rankings position Arizona as favorite for 2026-27 season
Summary

With the 2026-27 college basketball season approaching, Big 12 teams have been assessed in a preseason media poll. Arizona Wildcats, coming off a Final Four appearance, are ranked first, bolstered by key players like Motiejus Krivas and five-star freshman Caleb Holt. Behind them, the Houston Cougars and Kansas Jayhawks are ranked second and third, respectively, with notable roster changes. The rankings also include BYU at fifth and Baylor at eighth, reflecting varied team prospects following the last season. These rankings serve as an early indicator ahead of the start of league play in January.

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  • •Arizona led the preseason rankings after a successful 2025-26 season.
  • •Houston and Kansas follow closely at second and third, respectively.
  • •BYU is positioned fifth, with hopes of improving their defensive play.
  • •Baylor looks to rebound from a challenging previous season.
  • •League play starts in January, with teams gearing up for competition.
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  • 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Big 12 basketball power rankings: Will Arizona repeat as conference champs, and where do BYU and Utah fit in?
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In a conference that is stacked again, here’s a first look at how things could shake out.

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