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UIC may be the MVC's most overlooked contender heading into 2026-27. The Flames return much of the core that won 12 conference games, reached the Arch Madness title game, and earned an NIT bid, then added former Big Ten guard Gabe Cupps and sharpshooter Asa Thomas through the portal. Can Rob Ehsan's group take the next step and become a legitimate title threat? I break down the roster, key additions, biggest questions, and where I project the Flames to finish in the Valley. Full preview below.
This wraps up the season previews, I know there have been a few updates with 5th year guys getting injunctions and what not, but I don't feel the need to go back and update those as that's such a fickle part of the current NCAA situation.
This topic was modified 23 hours ago 2 times by Bryan F.
Posted : 08/17/2026 7:25 AM
Thanks for another great preview. UIC is a team last year that seemed to hit its ceiling (good for them). They lost their best player but are bringing a lot back. Other than Ava Thomas from Furman, the portal was not great for them. Certainly something to be said about continuity and they are bringing guys back in an era where that is rare. Ehsan will find a way to get the most out of this team, time will tell what that is.
Posted : 08/17/2026 10:39 AM