Bracket Busters: Big Ten 2026-27 Predictions: Is USC Better Than Michigan?

Bracket Busters is back with a full Big Ten basketball preview for the 2026-27 season. Owen, Jake, and Max rank all 18 teams, from Michigan State and Illinois at the top to Northwestern at the bottom. We break down Michigan’s wild offseason after winning the national title, including Dusty May leaving for the Dallas Mavericks and Brandon McCoy Jr.’s season-ending injury. Plus: why USC could finish top 3, whether Maryland can go from 4-16 to the NCAA Tournament, the eligibility chaos hitting rosters across the league, and our picks for Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year, and bold takes for March. Topics: Big Ten basketball preview, college basketball predictions 2026-27, Michigan State, Illinois, USC, Michigan, Maryland, Big Ten standings, transfer portal, college basketball podcast