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NCAA Basketball: What does the top 25 look like before Christmas?

By Doug Winkey

Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 20, 2016; Eugene, OR, USA; Fresno State Bulldogs forward Cullen Russo (13) guards as Oregon Ducks forward Dillon Brooks (24) dribbles the ball in the second half at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2016; Eugene, OR, USA; Fresno State Bulldogs forward Cullen Russo (13) guards as Oregon Ducks forward Dillon Brooks (24) dribbles the ball in the second half at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports /

15. Oregon Ducks

Previous Ranking: 18

Record: 11-2

I’m still a big fan of Oregon this season. They have won four straight since our last ranking, including a home victory over SEC upstart Alabama. Watch out for fireworks when they host UCLA after Christmas to open Pac-12 play. Also, monitor leading scorer Chris Boucher, who was spotted in a walking boot in the team’s win over UNLV.

Without Boucher, look for a combination of Dillon Brooks and Tyler Dorsey to carry the load. The two combined for 28 points in their most recent win and will have to stay consistent as the Ducks’ best wings. Jordan Bell will also get more touches inside, but might need help from Kavell Bigby-Williams in the absence of the team’s best post man.

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