
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Rankings: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and the Biggest Moves
The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.
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The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.

The Trinity Shamrocks, led by senior pitcher Grayson Willoughby — recently named Kentucky Mr. Baseball — are the top team in Kentucky and third in the nation, aiming to defend their state championship against Bullet East Chargers on Friday at Legends Field.
After a three-month pause, the Courier Journal’s Louisville basketball mailbag is back, inviting fans to discuss Pat Kelsey’s revamped roster, new staff and the team’s upcoming season.

The Cardinals have secured six transfers and three highly touted freshmen, setting the stage for a highly anticipated season debut against Texas Tech in Las Vegas.

A fresh infusion of talent promises to reshape the Cardinals' lineup, blending defensive grit with offensive versatility.

Three standout athletes from Kentucky’s youth soccer circuit combined forces to capture the U19 State Cup, defeating a strong Madison United side in Louisville.

NC State's upcoming 2027 home conference schedule drops games against UNC and Duke, instead welcoming teams such as Wake Forest, Cal and Louisville, a shift that could test fan turnout early in the season

Both teams recently advanced to the Sweet 16, and the upcoming game at Rupp Arena will mark the 62nd meeting of a storied rivalry, with Kentucky coach Kenny Brooks emphasizing preparation and fan excitement.

Milan Momcilovic, a prolific three‑point shooter from Iowa State, announced his commitment to Kentucky, leaving Louisville to rebuild with a loaded transfer portal class and a highly touted high‑school recruiting group.

The Cardinals will face a demanding slate of Power‑4 opponents and Mid‑American Conference rivals, highlighted by early road games, a September homestand and a November tournament.
The annual December 9 clash at Rupp Arena will pit the Wildcats against the Cardinals in a series that has seesawed in recent years, with both programs fresh off deep NCAA Tournament runs.

Louisville’s offseason moves have positioned the program at the top of the transfer‑portal rankings, with a newly assembled roster that includes a overlooked defensive standout.

Boston College’s men’s basketball program has earned a spot in the 2026 ESPN Invitational in Orlando, where it will face Georgia, UCF and Cincinnati. The team’s ACC schedule includes home games against Louisville, North Carolina and Duke, while a matchup with Miami is off the table.
A resilient Bullitt East squad rallied to secure the Sixth Region title, overcoming a late surge by Bullitt Central and setting up a showdown with the state’s top‑ranked team.

Louisville's men's basketball team has released its full 2026‑27 ACC schedule, pinpointing home venues against traditional rivals and detailing a recruiting class that includes standout transfer Flory Bidunga and high‑school prospect Obinna Ekezie Jr.

The university disclosed four additional 2026 game times, detailing dates, opponents and networks, while highlighting historic rivalries that add context to the upcoming season.
A date has been set for the 59th meeting between the Louisville Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12 at Rupp Arena. The game will test whether the Wildcats can finally break their long‑standing drought at the venue.

Louisville is poised to gain a major boost if five‑star recruit Milan Momcilovic decides to return to college basketball, a move that could elevate the Cardinals into the top five and end a long‑standing drought.
Congolese forward Flory Bidunga has withdrawn from the NBA draft to play for the Louisville Cardinals in the 2026‑27 season, turning down a late‑first‑round projection for a college career that could bring significant compensation.

Flory Bidunga has officially committed to Louisville after pulling out of the NBA Draft, and the program is now aggressively pursuing Milan Momcilovic to solidify its Final Four aspirations.
Summer workouts begin as the Cardinals blend nine fresh talents with two veterans, while Coach Pat Kelsey and his staff reshape both defense and offense in pursuit of a deeper postseason run.
Trinity High School's baseball team secured a 10-3 victory over Male, highlighted by a six-run second inning and a four-run fourth, propelling them into the Seventh Region championship game.

Louisville’s star edge rusher is drawing early praise, and his performance could be pivotal for the team’s playoff ambitions.

Flory Bidunga, a First‑Team All‑Big 12 forward, has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play for Louisville in the 2026‑27 season, bolstering a transfer class that is already the nation’s top portal haul.