Saint Michael’s enters the 2026-27 season as the NE10’s preseason favorite after finishing runner-up in the conference tournament and reaching the NCAA East Regional semifinals last season. The Purple Knights return key contributors and add six college-experienced transfers as they look to build on that postseason run.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Michael’s received 80 points and 8 of 10 first-place votes in the preseason poll.
  • The team finished 19-14 overall and 10-8 in NE10 play last season.
  • Quintin Floyd led the team with 12.8 points and 3.0 assists per game.
Yes, But

The Purple Knights’ title hopes ended with a 75-69 loss to Saint Anselm in the NE10 final, and their NCAA run stopped in the regional semifinals against host Daemen. Their preseason ranking reflects last year’s strong finish, but the team will need to integrate a large newcomer group.

What's Next

Saint Michael’s opens its on-court schedule with an exhibition against the University of Vermont on Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

Saint Michael’s has the conference’s top preseason billing and a postseason-tested core, but turning that promise into a championship will depend on how quickly its new additions fit.