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The 2026‑27 neutral‑site game between Marquette and Missouri marks the first official encounter with real stakes for the Golden Eagles, who are determined to bounce back from a disappointing 2025‑26 campaign.
Marquette University announced the commitment of Colin Porter, a Liberty alumnus, for the 2026‑27 season, aiming to address roster gaps and add depth at point guard amid ongoing eligibility uncertainties.
Colin Porter, a two‑time All‑Conference USA Honorable Mention, joins Marquette University after a standout senior season at Liberty, where he combined elite shooting with a strong academic record.
After years of building programs at several mid‑major schools, Mike Jones is set to bring his proven leadership to Rice University, where he will help shape the next generation of Owls talent.
Marlon Martinez, a top‑ranked prospect from the Dominican Republic, has chosen Marquette University over several major programs, bringing a blend of shooting accuracy and playmaking that could reshape the team's future.
A look back at two buzzer‑beaters that have become touchstones of UConn basketball, examined by coaches, alumni and journalists.
Marquette University’s men’s basketball team posted a commanding 89-59 victory over Trinity Western University, highlighted by an 80-46 second-half run and standout performances from transfer standouts.
Marquette University’s men’s basketball team opened its Canadian tour with a dominant 102‑49 win over the University of Calgary, highlighting key performances and the potential impact of recent transfers.
The Big East is charting a new course as it seeks to translate its recent tournament disappointments into a more competitive future, driven by increased NIL budgets, strategic portal moves, and high‑profile coaching initiatives.
Head coach Shaka Smart outlines the culture, roster moves and non‑conference slate that could define Marquette’s push back into the NCAA tournament.
The upcoming Bahamas tour of the Louisville Cardinals will be unseen on TV, while a new wave of college players is poised to earn more than the NBA legend, reshaping the landscape of athlete compensation.
Missouri’s basketball program embraces a tougher non‑conference schedule, targeting NET improvement and spotlighting freshman Jason Crowe Jr.
Missouri’s men’s basketball program under Dennis Gates is stepping up its non‑conference schedule, adding high‑profile opponents and a marquee exhibition in Las Vegas.
DeAndre Haynes, a seasoned assistant with a record of Sweet 16 success, has signed a two-year contract with the University of Washington, aiming to lift the Huskies out of a two-year NCAA Tournament drought.
Haynes, who previously coached at Marquette, Maryland and Michigan, will earn $300,000 per year through 2028, bringing NCAA Tournament experience and a record of player development to the Huskies.
New Memphis coach Charles Huff is turning to the methods of Marquette’s Shaka Smart, integrating basketball‑style energy metrics and a 26‑page culture document to build a sustained winning environment for the 2026 season.
The Golden Eagles are set to embark on a foreign tour of Canada, where the team will play three games while gathering valuable practice time ahead of a pivotal season.
After Will Wade’s turbulent exit, Justin Gainey arrives with a defensive pedigree that could reshape the Wolfpack’s fortunes.
Michigan State will open its exhibition schedule against Marquette on Oct. 25 at Fiserv Forum, a venue that also hosts a later game for the Golden Eagles, while a slate of games against Arkansas, Tennessee, Gonzaga and Duke promises a demanding road ahead.
An October 25 exhibition against Marquette in Milwaukee marks the first meeting between the programs since the 2023 NCAA Tournament, kicking off a demanding slate that includes games against Connecticut, Arkansas, Tennessee, Gonzaga and Duke.
The Spartans will open the 2026‑27 preseason with a home‑and‑home series against Marquette, then travel to face Duke, Arkansas, Gonzaga, UConn and Tennessee, while key players Jeremy Fears Jr. and Anton Bonke look to build on a 27‑8 season.
Coach Shaka Smart joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his philosophy, the team's trajectory, and what fans can expect from the Golden Eagles this year.
The Missouri Tigers will test their mettle in a demanding non‑conference slate, meeting familiar foes in St. Louis, Chicago and Kansas City before conference play begins.
Missouri and Marquette will meet for the first time in 18 years at Chicago’s United Center on Nov. 15, 2026, in a highly anticipated early‑season showdown.