Here are this weeks College Basketball Power Rankings!
1. Auburn Tigers
LAHAINA, HI – NOVEMBER 25: The Auburn Tigers logo show on a pair of shorts during a Maui Invitational college basketball game against the Iowa State Cyclones at The Lahaina Civic Center on November 25, 2024 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
We no longer have an undefeated in the sport, but the best one-loss team in the country is the Tigers. Johni Broome’s injury isn’t ideal, but Auburn has enough firepower to get through the next couple of games without him.
2. 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)
The Blue Devils might not lose another game in the regular season. They are head and shoulders better than everyone else in the ACC. Cooper Flagg continues to live up to the hype.
3. 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)
Since a 2-point loss to Auburn at the Maui Invitational, the Cyclones have reeled off 11 straight wins. 6th man Curtis Jones is a dynamic weapon off the bench, and this team continues to be dangerous on both ends.
4. 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)
What Todd Golden has done in year three is truly remarkable. They grinded out a tough win at Arkansas this weekend and crushed the final unbeaten in Tennessee by 30. The Gators have multiple weapons and a star in Walter Clayton.
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)
It was only a matter of time for Rick Barnes program to take an L. The SEC is by far the toughest league in the country. The Vols bounced back nicely with a road win at Texas over the weekend.
6. 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 continue to roll on after a couple of nice wins on the road in SEC play. All-American guard Mark Sears has found his stroke. Alabama looks to be improving on the defensive end.
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)
Shaka and his program continue to churn out regular season wins and sit atop the Big East. Guard Chase Ross has been fantastic, and guard Kam Jones is on the shortlist for National Player of the Year.
8. Houston Cougars
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – MARCH 18: A detailed view of the “Jumpman” logo on a Houston Cougars jersey against the UAB Blazers during the first half in the first round game of the 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at PPG PAINTS Arena on March 18, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
The Cougars are back to the #1 spot in Defensive Efficiency. They have reeled off 8 straight and are coming off an absolute dismantling of Kansas State. The one line doesn’t seem impossible the way they are playing.
9. 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 analytics aren’t in love with them, but they are doing the thing that matters the most: winning. Guard Jaxson Robinson exploded for 27 at Mississippi State, and if he continues to get hot, look out.
10. 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)
The Spartans just come after you, wave after wave. Coach Izzo’s squad goes a legit 10-deep and are playing well on both ends. The Big Ten is wide open, but Sparty is staking its claim early.
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)
It’s hard to make out what exactly this Kansas team is. They are capable of winning it all, but you could also see them getting bounced in an upset in the first round. Guard Zeke Mayo is the X-Factor.
12. 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)
Tough loss at home to Alabama, but the Aggies were without their star Wade Taylor. They are playing tough defense and control the glass. The three-ball efficiency will ultimately determine the ceiling.
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)
Like Kentucky, the analytics aren’t in love, but Coach Altman is a proven winner. Guard Jackson Shelstad is the straw that stirs the drink. A big road win at Penn State keeps the train rolling.
14. 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 dropped a tough one to Kentucky over the weekend but have all the tools to be a serious threat in the SEC. Forward Cam Matthews is having a tremendous final year.
15. 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)
Are the Wolverines back? I think it’s a safe bet to say yes. The twin towers of Wolf and Goldin create a unique frontcourt and one that opposing teams are struggling to figure out on both ends
16. 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 8-game win streak was snapped on the road at Villanova, but they were able to recover nicely on the road with a win at Georgetown. They still have major question marks defensively.
17. 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 Bulldogs played a very difficult non-conference schedule, which helped them prepare for another run in the WCC. They are undefeated in conference play and sport a dangerous offense.
18. 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 sit inside the Top 10 in Offensive Efficiency thanks to the pick-and-roll duo of Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn. Matt Painter’s program refuses to take a step back after the Zach Edey era.
19. Illinois Fighting Illini
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA – FEBRUARY 21: The Illinois Fighting Illini logo on a pair of shorts during a college basketball game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Rec Hall on February 21, 2024 in University Park, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Who saw this Illinois roster on paper and thought this would be one of the top defenses in the country? Probably not many, but they are and have a stud in guard, Kasparas Jakucionis to carry them offensively.
20. Memphis Tigers
LAHAINA, HI – NOVEMBER 25: The Memphis Tigers logo shown on a pic of shorts during a Maui Invitational college basketball game against the Connecticut Huskies at The Lahaina Civic Center on November 25, 2024 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
The Tigers continue to roll through AAC play after a strong non-conference resume. Guard PJ Haggerty has been nothing short of amazing, and veteran guard Tyrese Hunter’s leadership is evident.
21. Utah State Aggies
DURHAM, NC – NOVEMBER 29: A detail view of the Utah State Aggies logo on the shorts of a player during their game against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium on November 29, 2015 in Durham, North Carolina. Duke defeated Utah State 85-52. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)
The Mountain West Conference as a whole may have taken a step back from last year, but the Aggies continue to dominate. Their depth and options offensively make them very hard to slow down.
22. Georgia Bulldogs
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – APRIL 02: The Georgia Bulldogs logo shown on a pair of shorts during the NIT Semifinals college basketball game against the Seton Hall Pirates at Hinkle Fieldhouse on April 2, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Every year, there are a few teams that burst onto the national scene, and that’s what the Bulldogs have done this year. Georgia knocked off Kentucky and Oklahoma last week and are legit.
23. 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 Badgers have bounced back nicely after a three-game skid in early December to reel off five straight. Forward Nolan Winter is one of the most improved players in the Big Ten.
24. 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)
Chris Beard is doing Chris Beard things in year two with the Rebels. They’ve handled their business nicely in SEC play, but the road is about to become much more difficult.
25. St. John’s Red Storm
NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 7: The St. John’s Red Storm uniform logo at Carnesecca Arena on November 7, 2022 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Porter Binks/Getty Images)
Coach Pitino has the Red Storm in position to make the tournament in mid-January. They have a bunch of weapons on both ends of the floor, including big man Zuby Ejiofor, who is having a big year.
