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NCAA Basketball: Conference battles shake up top 25

By Doug Winkey

Jan 21, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) reacts after falling against the Portland Pilots during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 73-52. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 21, 2017; Spokane, WA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) reacts after falling against the Portland Pilots during the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 73-52. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 8, 2017; West Lafayette, IN, USA; Purdue Boilermakers forward Caleb Swanigan (50) talks with freshman guard Carsen Edwards (3) after a turnover n the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sandra Dukes-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 8, 2017; West Lafayette, IN, USA; Purdue Boilermakers forward Caleb Swanigan (50) talks with freshman guard Carsen Edwards (3) after a turnover n the first half at Mackey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sandra Dukes-USA TODAY Sports /

21. Purdue Boilermakers

Previous Ranking: 25

Record: 16-4 (5-2 Big Ten)

Purdue bounced back big after losing at Iowa. The Boilermakers crushed both Illinois and Penn State at home to reach a tie for third in the Big Ten with Northwestern. The team’s next test is a big one at Michigan State.

I just can’t talk enough about how dominant Caleb Swanigan is this year. He averaged 20.5 points and 11.5 rebounds in the team’s two recent victories. He also leads the nation in double-doubles with 15. Fellow bruiser Isaac Haas scored 24 points in the Illinois victory and guard Dakota Mathias has put up at least four assists in his last four contests. This team is still well-equipped for a Sweet 16 or Elite Eight run due to their size and talent.

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