Andy Katz reveals his way-too-early college basketball rankings after withdrawal deadline decisions
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Key Points:
- The 2026 NBA Draft withdrawal deadline has passed, allowing most college basketball teams to finalize their rosters for the 2026-27 season, with some teams like Florida benefiting by retaining all potential NBA Draft picks.
- Andy Katz released his Power 44 Rankings for the upcoming season, with Florida and Duke leading the list due to strong returning lineups and impactful transfers.
- Michigan, the reigning National Champions, are ranked third despite losing key players to the NBA Draft, bolstered by retaining star Elliot Cadeau and adding strong transfers.
- Illinois, Tennessee, and UConn round out the top six, each showcasing significant roster stability and key additions through transfers, positioning them as strong contenders in their conferences and nationally.
- Louisville, ranked tenth, made a major impact in the Transfer Portal by acquiring the No. 1 overall transfer, Flory Bidunga, aiming to break their postseason drought with a talented and experienced roster.