UConn is picked to win the Big East in the conference’s preseason coaches poll, with defending champion St. John’s listed second. The Huskies are led by Silas Demary Jr., who is named the conference’s preseason Player of the Year, reflecting expectations for his impact in the upcoming season.
Multiple outlets note Demary’s recent production for UConn, including averages of 10.1 points, 5.9 assists, and 4.5 rebounds last season. Yahoo also highlights UConn’s recent success, describing the program as having made its third national championship game appearance in the last four seasons. St. John’s is characterized as the league team coming off back-to-back Big East regular-season and tournament titles, a first in conference history.
Across reports, Yahoo adds additional preseason honors, including Braylon Mullins making the All-Big East First Team, while Fox Sports focuses on the preseason poll results and Demary’s top player designation. All accounts agree on the central preseason conclusions: UConn is the favorite, and Demary is the leading individual selection.
