Jay Bilas discusses Duke's season outlook ahead of college basketball start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026

The college basketball season begins on November 1, with Jay Bilas highlighting Duke as the most talented team in the nation. Duke, ranked No. 2 in the preseason polls, faces Army at home in their opener. Bilas also mentioned Florida, currently ranked No. 1, and the significance of their upcoming game against Miami. He expressed concerns about Kentucky needing a solid start to the season, noting their recent underperformance. Bilas praised the depth and experience of Duke's roster and emphasized the competitive nature of their early schedule.
- •College basketball season starts November 1.
- •Duke opens against Army at home.
- •Florida is ranked No. 1 in preseason polls.
- •Bilas highlights Kentucky's need for a strong start.
- •Miami vs. Florida is a key Week 1 matchup.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN’s Jay Bilas on title-contender Duke, a must-see Week 1 game, and NCAA advice
"The college basketball season officially starts on Nov. 1, so you can expect to see Jay Bilas plenty over the next several months. The ESPN analyst is looking forward to what should be another intriguing year. Florida is ranked No. 1 in both the preseason Associated Press Top 25 and the USA Today Coaches Poll.…
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