NCAA Basketball: Gonzaga, Kansas drops, Duke, UNC rises in latest top 25 power ranking

This week’s NCAA Basketball power rankings had a lot to work with. Among the teams ranked in the AP top-25 poll, there were 14 losses overall between them, with a couple losing twice. Teams have been winning both on the road and at home and a few shockers occurred.

This power ranking features a couple more mid-major programs than originally expected at this time of the year, while a few more notable names have been winning as of late, getting more consideration. Here are Busting Brackets’ latest top-25 NCAA Basketball power rankings, along with a couple of honorable mentions.

*Rankings were compiled through Saturday’s results.

HM – Providence Friars – 15-5 (7-2 Big East)

The Friars had a top-25 matchup this week against Marquette on the road. It was a strong effort for them, with Bryce Hopkins producing 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Ed Croswell led the team with 20. In the end, Providence lost, 83-75 to suffer its second loss in Big East play. The Friars did rebound with a 75-66 home win over DePaul, led by 29 points from Noah Locke.

HM – New Mexico Lobos – 18-2 (5-2 Mountain West)

After a 20-point victory over San Jose State at home, the Lobos faced off against Boise State in a battle of top-tier teams in the Mountain West. The game was a thriller and ended up going to overtime, with New Mexico pulling off an 81-79 win. Jamal Mashburn had 25 points to lead the team, while forward Josiah Allick had 18 rebounds, including six on the offensive end. The Lobos look to continue with the momentum, taking on Nevada and Air Force this week.