Conference Realignment Shakes Up College Basketball: Teams' Diverse Responses Revealed

Conference realignment has brought notable changes to college basketball teams, impacting their performance and adaptation within the NCAA. In their first season as new members, BYU and Houston successfully made the NCAA Tournament, showcasing their competitiveness and ability to quickly acclimate to their new environments. On the other hand, Cincinnati and UCF struggled, finishing tied for third-worst in the standings. This dichotomy highlights the varying levels of adjustment and performance among the teams involved in conference realignment.