Marquette basketball ranks No. 34 in KenPom preseason projections
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Marquette men’s basketball is projected 34th in Ken Pomeroy’s 2026-27 rankings, released on October 12. The Golden Eagles hold a defensive rating of 20th and an offensive rating of 48th. Last season, Marquette was projected 47th but finished 83rd after a 20-loss year. For this season, KenPom predicts Marquette to have a 21-11 record overall and an 11-9 mark in the Big East. Their toughest nonconference match is against Michigan on November 11, where they are expected to be 5-point underdogs.
- •KenPom ranked Marquette 34th in preseason, Duke holds the top spot.
- •Marquette finished last season ranked 83rd after significant losses.
- •KenPom projects a 21-11 overall record and 11-9 in the Big East.
- •Marquette is expected to struggle against Connecticut and Michigan.
- •Key matchups include splits against St. John's, Providence, and Creighton.
- 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Marquette men’s basketball lands at No. 34 in the KenPom preseason projections
"The Ken Pomeroy advanced college basketball projections are out. Where does Marquette stack up among their peers?
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