American Conference

Rice Owls

Rated 2013 (No. 41 of 363), 3–0 this season, <1% to win the national championship.

Season outlook

From 10,000 simulations of the rest of the season from today's ratings.

95%
Make tournament
25%
Sweet 16
2%
Final Four
<1%
Title game
<1%
Win title
26.4
Projected wins

Rating

Rice Owls is rated 2013, No. 41 of 363. The gap between two ratings is what the model turns into a win chance: about 100 points makes a 64% favourite on a neutral ground.

Next

DateGameAwayHome
13 Nov 2026Texas Southern Tigers at Rice Owls<1%>99%

Questions and answers

What is Rice Owls' chance of winning the 2026–27 national championship?

Under 1%, from 10,000 simulations of the rest of the season. Rice Owls are No. 41 of 363 in PodiumOracle's power ratings, updated 12 November 2026.

Who do Rice Owls play next, and what are their chances?

Texas Southern Tigers at Rice Owls on 13 November 2026 at Tudor Fieldhouse. PodiumOracle's model gives Rice Owls over 99%.