UConn men’s basketball opens season ranked No. 11 in KenPom

The UConn men’s basketball team begins the 2026-27 season ranked No. 11 in Ken Pomeroy’s initial KenPom ratings. Despite significant roster turnover, UConn maintains a similar ranking to last season, where they finished at No. 9 after reaching the national title game. The Huskies are noted for their strong defensive efficiency, ranked sixth, and will face a challenging schedule, including games against four preseason top 10 teams. UConn is projected to be the top team in the Big East Conference, with St. John’s the next closest at No. 23. UConn's season-opening game is against Michigan on November 6.

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