The Seawolves struggled in the offensive end (ranked 337th in FG% in Division I), but were one of the top defensive teams in the NCAA allowing them to finish 5th in the America East with an 8–8 record.

For the first time in Seawolves Division I history they were to play in the America East Championship at second ranked Boston University.

Early in the offseason, it was reported that Preye Preboye was officially released from the team and currently playing at the Division II level for Lynn University[1][2] Sources: The Seawolves basketball program headed to Europe for their first ever international preseason trip.

A five-game exhibition series was played in Dublin, Ireland, London, England, and in Paris, France from August 11 to the 21st in which the Seawolves faced professional teams from the leagues of each respective country.

Sporting News College Basketball Preview magazine picked the Seawolves as #1 and also named Bryan Dougher a preseason All-America East.

Lindy's College Basketball Preview echoed SNCBP announcements and CBSsports.com also picked the Seawolves to finish as regular season champions.