Projected Missouri Valley Conference standings
LangIndex projects Northern Iowa as the strongest team in the Missouri Valley Conference entering 2026-27. The conference averages a +1.2 power rating, ranking it #9 of 32 leagues nationally. Ratings estimate scoring margin per 100 possessions against an average D-I opponent, adjusted for schedule.
| # | Team | Proj. Rating | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Iowa | +3.7 | #89 |
| 2 | Belmont | +3.5 | #92 |
| 3 | Bradley | +2.5 | #105 |
| 4 | Drake | +2.4 | #109 |
| 5 | Murray State | +2.2 | #113 |
| 6 | UIC | +1.7 | #121 |
| 7 | Illinois State | +1.3 | #128 |
| 8 | Valparaiso | +0.4 | #154 |
| 9 | Southern Illinois | +0.1 | #163 |
| 10 | Indiana State | -0.7 | #196 |
| 11 | Evansville | -4.4 | #332 |
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