The 2026 Maui Invitational bracket is here!

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The beloved Feast Week tournament returns with a field full of intriguing storylines.

Arizona headlines as they come off their first Final Four since 2001.

BYU gets an early test after producing the first No. 1 pick in school history.

Clemson always seems undervalued despite three straight NCAA Tournament appearances.

Colorado State didn't miss a beat as they transitioned from Niko Medved to Ali Farokmanesh. They'll get a crack at a likely top-five ranked opponent in the first round.

Chris Beard is looking to return to his winning ways after his first losing season in 16 years as a head coach.

Providence kicks off the Bryan Hodgson era with a strong first-year roster.

Phil Martelli Jr. became the first VCU coach to reach the 2nd round of the NCAA Tournament since Will Wade, and he built a roster primed to make it back to the dance.

And finally, Danny Sprinkle is looking to find his footing at Washington after consecutive seasons under .500.

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Check out non-conference schedules for Arizona and Nebraska.

Duke released its preseason exhibition schedule.

Purdue won its final game in Canada, 97-62. Jacob Webber led the way with 21 points.

Oklahoma State won its final game in Puerto Rico, 100-92.

2027 four-star guard Mehki Robertson committed to Merrimack. He's the first nationally ranked recruit ever to commit to the school.

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