Here are this week’s NCAA College Basketball rankings! Let us know where your team ranks and what your thoughts are on these current rankings! Enjoy!
1. Auburn Tigers
SPOKANE, WASHINGTON – MARCH 22: Johni Broome #4 of the Auburn Tigers reacts after drawing a foul during the second half against the Yale Bulldogs in the first round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on March 22, 2024 in Spokane, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
A huge win in the Maui Invitational yesterday over Iowa State moves the Tigers to our #1 spot. Johni Broome is the best player in the game and has been an absolute force on both ends of the floor. The schedule doesn’t get any easier coming up.
2. Gonzaga Bulldogs
SPOKANE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 21: A general view of the Gonzaga logo on the court prior to the start between the Northwestern State Demons and the Gonzaga Bulldogs at McCarthey Athletic Center on December 21, 2020 in Spokane, Washington. Gonzaga defeats Northwestern State 95-57. (Photo by William Mancebo/Getty Images)
The Zags continue to take care of business with the #1 offense in the country. Point guard Ryan Nembhard is playing at an All-American level. The questions about their defense so far have been answered.
3. Kansas Jayhawks
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA – JANUARY 20: A view of the Kansas Jayhawks logo on their uniform during the game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum on January 20, 2024 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
The Jayhawks continue to look like one of the most balanced teams in the country. Of course, Hunter Dickinson has been great, but the pieces around him continue to be the difference.
4. Houston Cougars
HOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 09: Head coach Kelvin Sampson of the Houston Cougars looks on during the first half against the Auburn Tigers of the Mattress Firm Battleground 2k24 at Toyota Center on November 09, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
The Cougars defense has been locked in since the Auburn loss, holding Louisiana and Hofstra to 99 points combined. The schedule gets much tougher over the next two weeks, but the expectation for this program is to take care of business.
5. Tennessee Volunteers
CHAPEL HILL, NC – NOVEMBER 29: A detailed view of the “T” logo of the Tennessee Volunteers as they line up for the National Anthem before playing the North Carolina Tar Heels on November 29, 2023 at the Dean Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina won 100-92. (Photo by Peyton Williams/UNC/Getty Images)
The Vols had their first true test of the year when they knocked off Baylor last weekend by a wide margin. Chaz Lanier has been a scoring machine, and of course, Rick Barnes has this team playing ferocious defense.
6. Kentucky Wildcats
GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA – MARCH 17: The Kentucky Wildcats logo on a pair of short during the first round of the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament game against the Providence Friars at Greensboro Coliseum on March 17, 2023 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Big Blue continues its fantastic start under Mark Pope. They are playing really fast, and their defense has been the backbone. It also helps when you are in the top ten in the country in point percentage.
7. Marquette Golden Eagles
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 15: The Marquette Golden Eagles logo shown on a pair of shorts during the Big East Basketball Tournament Semifinals against the Providence Friars at Madison Square Garden on March 15, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
No one knew exactly how Marquette would handle the loss of all-world point guard Tyler Kolek to the pros. Turns out it was as simple as sliding Kam Jones over to the position where he’s flourished.
8. Iowa State Cyclones
GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA – MARCH 17: The Iowa State Cyclones logo on. Pair of shorts during the first round of the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Greensboro Coliseum on March 17, 2023 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Tough loss last night in a thriller against Auburn where they surprisingly couldn’t get stops in the second half. This team will be fine and their backcourt duo of Lipsey and Gilbert is one of the best in the country.
9. Connecticut Huskies
WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: A view of the Connecticut Huskies logo on their uniform during the game against the Georgetown Hoyas at Capital One Arena on February 10, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
The Huskies have their work cut out for them this year, and some of their challenges presented themselves in yesterday’s loss against UConn. The on-ball pressure and lack of interior defense are things to watch as the season rolls on for the two-time defending champs.
10. Alabama Crimson Tide
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – APRIL 06: The Alabama Crimson Tide logo shown on a chair of shorts during the NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game against the Connecticut Huskies at State Farm Stadium on April 06, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
The Tide picked up a nice neutral court win over Illinois and showed how dangerous this offense can be, even with very little contribution from Mark Sears. On the defensive end, this team isn’t forcing many turnovers, which is something to watch moving forward.
11. Wisconsin Badgers
MADISON, WISCONSIN – DECEMBER 14: A picture of the logo worn on new uniform shorts of a Wisconsin Badgers player during the game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Kohl Center on December 14, 2023 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
The biggest surprise of the season so far has to be the Badgers. After beating Arizona, Wisconsin racked up quality wins over UCF and Pitt over the last week. John Tonje has been incredible and scoring at will.
12. Duke Blue Devils
DURHAM, NC – DECEMBER 18: A detail view of Nike basketballs prior to the game between the Elon Phoenix and the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium on December 18, 2021 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)
Jon Scheyer and his program picked up a quality win on the road over Arizona and look the part of a Final Four contender. Cooper Flagg has been a game-wrecker on both ends. This freshman class is only going to get better.
13. Indiana Hoosiers
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA – FEBRUARY 24: The Indiana Hoosiers logo shown on a pair a of shorts during a college basketball game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Bryce Joyce Center on February 24, 2024 in University Park, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
The Hoosiers have quietly gone out and taken care of business. Point guard Myles Rice is playing some of the best ball of his career. The question with Indiana, is if it has enough outside shooting when the schedule gets tougher.
14. Cincinnati Bearcats
LAHAINA, HI – NOVEMBER 22: The Cincinnati Bearcats logo on a pair of shorts during a second round game of the Maui Jim Invitational college basketball Tournament against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Lahaina Civic Arena on November 22, 2022 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Cincinnati’s defense has been one of the best in the country and held a solid Georgia Tech offense to 58 points last game. On offense, they have a number of options across the floor and just got guard Day Day Thomas back in the mix.
15. North Carolina Tar Heels
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – MARCH 21: RJ Davis #4 of the North Carolina Tar Heels dribbles against the Wagner Seahawks during the second half in the first round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Spectrum Center on March 21, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
The Heels escaped the first game in Maui with a two-point victory over Dayton. The offense has looked unstoppable, but defensively, they are struggling to contain the three-ball. They continue their tough non-con schedule over the next week.
16. Florida Gators
CHARLESTON, SC – NOVEMBER 22: The Florida Gators logo on a pair of shorts during a second round Charleston Classic basketball game against the Miami (Fl) Hurricanes at the TD Arena on November 22, 2019 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Todd Golden’s squad is tough to guard in the backcourt. Walter Clayton, Will Richard, and Alijah Martin can all pick you apart in different ways. They have depth in the frontcourt, and this program is showing little signs of slowing down.
17. Purdue Boilermakers
COLLEGE PARK, MD – JANUARY 10: The Purdue Boilermakers logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on January 10, 2021 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Maryland Terrapins/Getty Images)
The Boilermakers got back on track after a road blowout to Marquette early last week. Trey Kaufman-Renn has done a great job elevating his game with the departure of Zach Edey. There are no breaks in their schedule coming up.
18. Arkansas Razorbacks
LAHAINA, HI – NOVEMBER 22: The Arkansas Razorbacks logo on a par of shorts during a second round game of the Maui Jim Invitational college basketball Tournament against the Creighton Bluejays at Lahaina Civic Arena on November 22, 2022 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
The Razorbacks beat up on poor Maryland Eastern Shore yesterday to the tune of a 74-point win. Forward Adou Thiero has been one of the most improved players in the country.
19. Xavier Musketeers
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 02: A view of the Xavier Musketeers logo on their uniform during the game against the Georgetown Hoyas at Capital One Arena on March 02, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
The Musketeers haven’t played the most challenging schedule, but look much improved. A lot of that has to do with the return of forwards Zach Freemantle and Jerome Hunter. Matchups against Michigan and TCU coming up will tell us more.
20. Texas A&M Aggies
CONWAY, SC – NOVEMBER 18: The Texas A&M Aggies logo on a pair of shorts during a second round game of the Myrtle Beach Invitational college basketball game against the Colorado Buffaloes at HTC Center on November 18, 2022 in Conway, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
That opening-day loss to UCF seems like an eternity ago for the Ags. Guard Zhuric Phelps is back from injury and has been playing at a high level next to All-American Wade Taylor. The Aggies just need to find some outside shooting to make some noise.
21. Ole Miss Rebels
CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – NOVEMBER 18: The Mississippi Rebels logo on a pair of shorts during the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic college basketball game against the Marquette Golden Eagles at TD Arena on November 18, 2021 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
It hasn’t always looked pretty for Chris Beard’s squad, but they are undefeated. They are one of the best in the country at taking care of the ball and forcing turnovers. The schedule gets much tougher with BYU and Louisville on deck.
22. Baylor Bears
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA – JANUARY 18: The Baylor Bears logo on pair of shorts before a college basketball game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at the WVU Coliseum on January 18, 2022 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Two losses to two of the top five teams in the country isn’t the worst thing. The problem is they were by a combined 53 points. Still, Scott Drew is one of the best coaches in the country and this tough non-conference schedule will have them well prepared for Big 12 play.
23. Memphis Tigers
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 13: Tyrese Hunter of The University of Memphis poses for a photo during the American Athletic Conference Basketball Media day at The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas on October 13, 2024 in Irving, Texas. (Photo by Andrew Wevers/Getty Images)
Huge program win over UConn in Maui yesterday. The backcourt of Tyrese Hunter and PJ Haggerty is electric. Down low, they have a nice 1-2 punch with Dain Dainja and Moussa Cisse. The Tigers could be on the verge of a huge season.
24. Mississippi State Bulldogs
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 23: The logo of the Mississippi State Bulldogs on the uniform shorts worn during a game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the Gotham Classic at Prudential Center on December 23, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. Mississippi State defeated Rutgers 70-60. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
Chris Jans and his Bulldog program secured nice wins over Utah and SMU over the last few weeks to put them in the national conversation. We know Josh Hubbard is a stud in the backcourt, but Florida transfer Riley Kugel could be the X-Factor in Starkville.
25. Arizona Wildcats
MADISON, WISCONSIN – NOVEMBER 15: A picture of the Arizona Wildcats logo on shorts during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Kohl Center on November 15, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
The Wildcats out west are hanging on in our Top 25 after losses to Wisconsin and Duke. The lack of three-point shooting has been the biggest storyline but we know the talent is there. Caleb Love needs to find his game after a slow start.
