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Duke leads ClutchPoints' preseason college basketball power rankings for 2026-27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 6:19 PM

Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Duke leads ClutchPoints' preseason college basketball power rankings for 2026-27

Summary

Duke is ranked first in ClutchPoints' preseason college basketball power rankings for the 2026-27 season. The team has a strong roster featuring both experienced players and promising newcomers. Defending champions Michigan, after losing coach Dusty May to the Dallas Mavericks, are still recognized as a top 25 team, but not the favorites this year. Florida, Illinois, and Arizona are also noted as teams to watch, with significant players returning and fresh talent joining their ranks. The season opens on Sunday, November 1, with several matchups, highlighting the competitive of college basketball.

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By the Numbers

•Duke's roster includes elite talent and depth.
•Michigan comes in as defending champions but faces challenges.
•Florida returns nearly 80% of its players from last season.
•Illinois made a Final Four run and is loaded with talent.
•Season opens November 1 with multiple games scheduled.

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6:19 PMYahoo Sports — ClutchPoints’ Preseason 2026-27 College Basketball Top 25 Power Rankings

What they're saying

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The 2026-27 college basketball season is upon us! Michigan comes in as the defending champions, but there has been plenty of upheaval with them. After winning their first title since 1989, Dusty May left for the Dallas Mavericks. Now, Michigan comes in as a Top 25 team, but not the favorite this year . Meanwhile, teams such as Duke come in with […] The post ClutchPoints’ Preseason 2026-27 College Basketball Top 25 Power Rankings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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