University of Houston Athletics
Men’s Basketball Ranked in Preseason Top 25 Polls
10/19/2026 11:25:00 AM | Men's Basketball
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Cougars stand at #10 in Associated Press, come in at #8 in USA TODAY Coaches poll
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Men's Basketball team stood among the nation's Top 10 teams in both preseason polls released Monday.The Cougars received 829 points to rank #10 in the preseason Associated Press poll and collected 486 points to stand at #8 in the USA TODAY Coaches Preseason poll.
This marked the seventh straight year in which the Cougars were ranked in both national preseason polls with Top-10 showings in each of the last five seasons.
It was the 272nd time Houston was ranked in the AP Top 25, including each of the last 127. That latter total extended the school record and is the nation's longest active streak. The Cougars have been ranked in every AP Top 25 poll since Jan. 20, 2020.
Fans can view the full AP Top 25 poll by clicking here and can see the USA TODAY Sports Coaches poll by clicking here.
BUY THE BATTLEGROUND 2K26 TICKETS
The Cougars tip off against #16/20 Michigan at Noon (CDT) Sunday, inside Vandel Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Mich.
Fans can buy tickets for The Battleground 2k26 exhibition game against Michigan by clicking here.BUY REGULAR-SEASON TICKETS
Regular-season single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are on sale now, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. Houston will play host to 17 home games inside Fertitta Center with eight in non-conference play and nine in Big 12 action in 2026-27.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
UP NEXT
• Following Sunday's game vs. Michigan, Houston opens its 2026-27 regular-season schedule when it plays host to La Salle at 8 p.m., Nov. 2, inside Fertitta Center.
• It will be the first meeting against the Explorers since the 1975-76 season.
• That Nov. 2 game can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, SirusXM and the Varsity Network app.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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