Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings

ESPN has released its way-too-early Top 25 rankings for the 2026-27 men's NCAA basketball season, offering an early look at which college programs are projected to be among the nation's elite. The rankings take into account returning talent, recruiting classes, and coaching stability heading into the future season. Several traditional powerhouse programs are expected to feature prominently, while rising programs with strong recruiting pipelines could also make their mark.