Cincinnati Bearcats men’s basketball prepares for 2026-27 season under Calhoun

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Cincinnati Bearcats men’s basketball prepares for 2026-27 season under Calhoun
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The Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball team is set for the 2026-27 season under new head coach Jerrod Calhoun. Following exhibitions in the Bahamas, Calhoun aims to lead the team back to NCAA Tournament contention, a goal last achieved in 2019. The Bearcats' roster has undergone significant changes, featuring ten players with prior NCAA experience. Predictions suggest a favorable start, with expected wins in their early games against American, Green Bay, Minnesota, and others, though they face a tough matchup against Georgia at the ESPN Events Invitational.

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  • •Cincinnati opens the season on November 2 against American.
  • •Jerrod Calhoun aims for NCAA Tournament return.
  • •Ten players have NCAA experience on the new roster.
  • •Cincinnati is predicted to start strong but faces tough opponents ahead.
  • •The team last reached the NCAA Tournament in 2019.
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