The latest Men's Associated Press Top 25 poll is here!
Arizona Still the Team Everyone Is Chasing
Arizona Wildcats remain the unanimous No. 1 after another convincing road win, improving to 16-0. The Wildcats have been steady regardless of venue, pace, or opponent, and voters continue to reward that consistency. At this stage, Arizona looks like the most complete team in the country.
Next game: vs. Arizona State
A rivalry game at home that brings intensity even when the gap on paper looks wide.
Big 12: The Nation’s Deepest League
No conference is shaping the national picture more than the Big 12, which continues to stack ranked teams and quality wins.
Iowa State Cyclones moved up to No. 2 and remains unbeaten at 16-0. Their defensive pressure and discipline have translated immediately to conference play.
Houston Cougars (No. 7) remain one of the most physical teams in the country, while BYU Cougars (No. 11) and Texas Tech Red Raiders (No. 15) add even more depth.
Next games to watch:
- Iowa State at Kansas
- Houston vs. West Virginia
Both games offer immediate résumé opportunities and carry poll implications.
Big Ten: Michigan Stumbles, Nebraska Keeps Rolling
Michigan Wolverines suffered their first loss of the season and slipped to No. 4, opening the door for movement behind Arizona and Iowa State. Michigan is still firmly in the title discussion, but the margin has narrowed.
Nebraska Cornhuskers continue to be one of the season’s biggest surprises. Sitting at 16-0 and No. 8, Nebraska has turned consistency into credibility.
Purdue Boilermakers (No. 5) remain steady, while Michigan State Spartans (No. 12) are quietly positioning themselves for a late surge.
Next games:
- Purdue vs. Iowa
- Nebraska vs. Oregon
UConn and Duke Hold the Line
UConn Huskies stay at No. 3 after a solid week. The defending champions are not flawless, but their ceiling remains as high as anyone’s.
Duke Blue Devils remain No. 6, continuing to win games without much noise. The Blue Devils are trending upward as ACC play intensifies.
Next games:
- UConn at Seton Hall
- Duke at California
SEC: Plenty of Ranked Teams, No Clear Leader
The SEC continues to send teams into the rankings, but separation has been harder to find.
Vanderbilt Commodores remain undefeated and sit at No. 10, one of the league’s most consistent stories.
Alabama Crimson Tide slid to No. 18 after a close loss, while Florida Gators (No. 19) and Georgia Bulldogs (No. 21) round out a tightly packed SEC middle tier.
Next games:
- Vanderbilt at Texas
- Alabama at Mississippi State
Mid-Major Watch: Utah State Holds Strong
Utah State Aggies continue to carry the Mountain West flag at No. 23. At 14-1, the Aggies have protected their position with disciplined road play and efficient offense.
Next game: vs. Nevada
Games to Watch This Week
- Texas at Vanderbilt
- Iowa State at Kansas
- UConn at Seton Hall
- Arizona vs. Arizona State
- Purdue vs. Iowa
Each matchup carries real ranking consequences as conference play tightens.
Full AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball Rankings
- Arizona Wildcats (16-0)
- Iowa State Cyclones (16-0)
- UConn Huskies (16-1)
- Michigan Wolverines (14-1)
- Purdue Boilermakers (15-1)
- Duke Blue Devils (15-1)
- Houston Cougars (15-1)
- Nebraska Cornhuskers (16-0)
- Gonzaga Bulldogs (17-1)
- Vanderbilt Commodores (16-0)
- BYU Cougars (15-1)
- Michigan State Spartans (14-2)
- Illinois Fighting Illini (13-3)
- North Carolina Tar Heels (14-2)
- Texas Tech Red Raiders (12-4)
- Virginia Cavaliers (14-2)
- Arkansas Razorbacks (12-4)
- Alabama Crimson Tide (11-5)
- Florida Gators (11-5)
- Louisville Cardinals (12-4)
- Georgia Bulldogs (14-2)
- Clemson Tigers (14-3)
- Utah State Aggies (14-1)
- Tennessee Volunteers (11-5)
- Seton Hall Pirates (14-2)