Here are this weeks CBB power rankings! We have some new teams who have entered the top 25. Enjoy!
1. 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)
One of the few undefeated programs in the country. The Vols have been dominant defensively and have the versatility on the offensive end to hang around the number-one spot for the foreseeable future.
2. 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)
Tough road loss at Duke last week but bounced back nicely by blowing out Richmond. The Tigers have played a Top 10 Non-Con schedule and are a favorite in the SEC.
3. 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)
The Wildcats got another big win this weekend over Gonzaga and proved that they are capable of winning it all in the Spring. Guard Otega Oweh has been spectacular.
4. 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)
The Cyclones picked up a resume-boosting win over Marquette. What’s scary is the offense has been just as good as the defense.
5. 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)
Coach Golden and crew continue to take care of business. The strength of schedule picks up with a road date at Arizona State and a home matchup with UNC.
6. 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)
It was a great week for the Cameron Crazies. First, they get a signature win over Auburn, and then go to Louisville and use a massive second half to avoid an upset.
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)
Kam Jones continues to be one of the best players in the country. Shaka and Co took apart a solid Wisconsin program.
8. 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 are the real deal and flexed their muscle on the road in Chapel Hill. The defense is still a bit suspect, but this team has all the tools
9. 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)
Lost the heartbreaker to Kentucky, but look the part. This team has so many weapons on offense. Can they get enough stops in the big games?
10. Oklahoma Sooners
NORMAN, OK – DECEMBER 05: The Oklahoma Sooners logo on the basket before a college basketball game against the Providence Friars at Lloyd Noble Center on December 5, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Oddly enough, the Sooners continue to fly under the radar as a P5 undefeated. They are going to get pushed much harder during Big 12 play, but Porter Moser has this team on the national radar.
11. 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)
Brutal losses to Creighton and Missouri knock the Jayhawks outside of the Top 10. Yes, both games were on the road, but Kansas defense is a big-time question mark.
12. Michigan Wolverines
PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY – FEBRUARY 29: The Michigan Wolverines logo on the uniform shorts worn during a game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Jersey Mike’s Arena on February 29, 2024 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Rutgers defeated Michigan 82-52. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
The Twin Towers of Goldin and Wolf have the Wolverines back near the top of the sport. Starting off 2-0 in Big Ten play is raising the ceiling in year one for Coach May.
13. Oregon Ducks
MAUI, HAWAII – NOVEMBER 22: The Oregon Ducks logo on shorts during the Maui Invitation college basketball tournament against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lahaina Civic on November 22, 2016 in Maui, Hawaii. The Ducks won 69-95. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Tough L taken by the Ducks at home to UCLA. Still, the efficiency on both ends of the floor makes this team a dangerous one to watch.
14. Clemson Tigers
CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA – MARCH 05: The Clemson Tigers logo is seen on the shorts of Chase Hunter #1 of the Clemson Tigers against the Syracuse Orange in the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum on March 05, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)
Ian Scheffelin has taken his game to another level, and so have the Tigers. After last year’s Elite Eight, this team has the goods to get there again.
15. 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)
Braden Smith continues to play at an All-American level, and the Boilermakers are one of the best three-point shooting teams in the country.
16. 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)
Solid win for the Rebels at Louisville, but questions still remain about this programs upside due to the lack of schedule strength. Guard Sean Pedulla has settled in nicely as the lead playmaker.
17. 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)
Feels like the Cougars have been forgotten. A 28-point win over Butler proves that Kelvin Sampson’s team has the capability of dominating Power Conference competition.
18. 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)
The Aggies knocked off their old foe, Texas Tech, in convincing fashion. If the Aggies can shoot a decent clip from three, the sky is the limit.
19. UConn 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 back-to-back champs re-enter our Top 25 after a strong road win over Texas. With the Big East looking a bit down, the Huskies are still in a spot to accomplish everything they want.
20. 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)
The Bulldogs have some serious talent. Josh Hubbard and Keeshawn Murphy have been excellent. Always known for defense, Chris Jans team has some offense to go with it.
21. Michigan State Spartans
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – JANUARY 21: A view of the Michigan State Spartans logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on January 21, 2024 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Izzo continues to do Izzo things. The Spartans are off to a 2-0 start in the Big Ten and feature one of the deepest teams in the country.
22. San Diego State Aztecs
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – NOVEMBER 30: Head coach Brian Dutcher of the San Diego State Aztecs speaks to the ref after a call against the Houston Cougars in the second half of their game during the Players Era Festival basketball tournament at MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 30, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Aztecs defeated the Cougars 73-70 in overtime. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)
The Aztecs lost a lot this offseason, and some questioned whether they could get it done. Those questions have been answered thanks in large part to freshman big man Magoon Gwath.
23. 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)
The only blemish came on the road to Villanova. The schedule tightens up, but it’s hard not to like the upside for the Bearcats.
24. UCLA Bruins
EUGENE, OREGON – DECEMBER 08: Tyler Bilodeau #34 of the UCLA Bruins reacts after a dunk during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Matthew Knight Arena on December 08, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
The analytics love them, and the eye test was there in the big win over Oregon. Tyler Bilodeau has been one of the better transfer “bigs” that no one is talking about.
25. Maryland Terrapins
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – MARCH 03: A view of the Maryland Terrapins logo on their uniform during the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Xfinity Center on March 03, 2024 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Even though they dropped a tough one on the road to Purdue, the Terps are for real. Derik Queen needs to be talked about as a Top 5 pick with his versatility.
