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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 13, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats guard Troy Caupain (10) controls the ball against the Texas Southern Tigers in the first half at Fifth Third Arena. The Bearcats won 96-58. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats guard Troy Caupain (10) controls the ball against the Texas Southern Tigers in the first half at Fifth Third Arena. The Bearcats won 96-58. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /

24. Cincinnati Bearcats

Previous Ranking: 25

Record: 9-2

Cincy lost to Baylor, but rebounded to throttle both Texas Southern and Fairleigh Dickinson. The Bearcats host Marshall on Thursday before opening AAC play at Temple on the 28th.

Jacob Evans and Kyle Washington continue to pace the Bearcat attack while combining for over 30 points and 12 rebounds. Washington also leads the team in total rebounds and blocks through 11 games. Cincinnati’s defense is still one of the nation’s best and will keep them among the top 25-30 teams for the majority of the year.

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