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Michigan Stuns No. 2 UConn to Open the Season
A historic 77–66 upset in Ann Arbor sets the tone for the 2026–27 campaign, and South Carolina leads the preseason AP poll.
On November 5, 2026, the Michigan Wolverines pulled off a historic 77–66 upset against the No. 2 UConn Huskies, setting a monumental tone for the start of their 2026–27 campaign. The matchup at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor showcased a cohesive, high-efficiency performance by the Wolverines, contrasting with a heavily pressured UConn lineup.
Game Breakdown
| TEAM | PLAYER | PTS | REB | KEY STATS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | Jovana Popovic | 25 | 7 | 4 assists, 3 steals, 10-of-15 FG |
| Michigan | Te’Yala Delfosse | 22 | 9 | 4-of-6 from 3PT |
| Michigan | Courtney Ogden | 12 | 1 | 5-of-8 FG off the bench |
| Michigan | Syla Swords | 10 | 5 | Played all 40 minutes |
| UConn | Olivia Olson | 19 | 8 | 4 steals, 7-of-16 FG |
| UConn | Sarah Strong | 13 | 8 | Fouled out in 28 minutes |
Early Season Context & Next Steps
This game marked just the second regular-season fixture for both powerhouse programs. UConn opened their season on November 2 with a dominant 100–35 victory over Cornell. However, their uncharacteristic defensive fouling and execution errors in Ann Arbor allowed Michigan to assert control early.
Michigan Hosts Wright State
The Wolverines try to sustain their momentum at home.
UConn Hosts Iowa
The Huskies look to quickly rebound in a highly anticipated home clash against the Iowa Hawkeyes.
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The Preseason AP Top 10
The South Carolina Gamecocks claim the No. 1 spot in the ESPN Women’s College Basketball Preseason AP Poll, carrying dominant national championship expectations under head coach Dawn Staley. While the opening week has already seen major shakeups — most notably No. 5 Michigan stunning the second-ranked UConn Huskies — the preseason rankings outline the definitive teams to watch.
South Carolina (23 first-place votes)
Entering the year with maximum title expectations.
UConn (6)
Paced by Sarah Strong, looking to rebound from their Michigan loss.
USC (2)
Powered by star JuJu Watkins.
Duke
Carrying strong momentum into the upper tier.
Michigan
Already validated their rank with a massive statement win over UConn.
Texas
Backed by elite star power like Madison Booker.
Louisville
A perennial powerhouse anchored in the top ten.
Vanderbilt
Rising rapidly as a premier SEC threat.
LSU
Re-tooling under Kim Mulkey for another deep tournament run.
Iowa
Looking to sustain their elite status with high-profile early games.
Major Early Season Storylines
UCLA Sits at No. 11
Defending national champions UCLA hold an intriguing position at No. 11 in the opening poll, giving them a clear chip on their shoulder to prove voters wrong early on.
The SEC Gauntlet
With powerhouse programs like South Carolina, Texas and LSU all occupying the top 10, the SEC is projected to be an absolute gauntlet as teams battle for conference supremacy.
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