Men’s College Basketball Rankings Update
The landscape of men’s college basketball saw significant changes in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Top 25 following an eventful week on the court. Arizona maintains its top spot after securing 30 out of 31 first-place votes, but faces a challenging matchup against a rising Kansas team in an eagerly anticipated Big Monday clash. Meanwhile, Michigan has solidified its position in second place, even garnering a first-place vote of its own.
Top Ten Shake-Up
The top ten reveals a shake-up with multiple Big 12 teams asserting their presence. Notably, Houston made a dramatic leap from No. 8 to No. 3 after a decisive victory over Brigham Young. Iowa State has also climbed back to No. 4, while Kansas rises to No. 9 as their competitive season continues to unfold.
Notable Drops and Climbs
Connecticut fell a notch to No. 5 after experiencing a rare loss to No. 17 St. John’s, which halted their impressive streak of 18 consecutive wins. Duke experienced a similar setback, dropping two positions to No. 6 after a last-minute loss to No. 13 North Carolina. Illinois stands at No. 7, slipping just one spot following its defeat by No. 10 Michigan State, while Nebraska has risen to No. 8.
Final Rankings Overview
Gonzaga faced a setback this week, descending to No. 11 after falling to Portland, yet they still maintain a position above No. 12 Purdue. Florida, the reigning national champion, is making a comeback as they lead the SEC and now sit at No. 14 in the rankings. To round out the poll, Iowa re-enters at No. 25, taking the place of Texas A&M, who has dropped out of the rankings altogether.
