Big East men’s basketball preseason power rankings for 2026-27

The Big East men’s basketball preseason power rankings for the 2026-27 season place the UConn Huskies at the top. Following a 34-6 record and a Final Four appearance, the Huskies are led by preseason Player of the Year Silas Demary Jr. and sophomore Braylon Mullins. The roster includes several transfers, such as Nik Khamenia and Na’jai Hines.

St. John’s Red Storm follows in second place. Despite losing several leading scorers, the team has reloaded with players like Baylor transfer Tounde Yessoufou and international additions Quinn Ellis and Babacar Sane. Villanova Wildcats are ranked third following a 24-9 season.