Here are this weeks College Basketball Power Rankings for the SEC, ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, and Big East:
SEC
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)
1. Auburn: Game of the century. Saturday.
2. Alabama
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)
Can we make it a thing to call it the “Iron Court” instead of the “Iron Bowl” for basketball?
3. Florida
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)
No Alijah Martin, no problem.
4. Tennessee
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)
Have to improve offensively if they want to make it to San Antonio.
5. Kentucky
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 type of team that can make a final four or lose to a 13 seed.
6. Texas A&M
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)
I feel like this is Buzz Williams’ perfect vision for one of his teams.
7. Ole Miss
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)
Just squeaking by.
8. Missouri
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 29: A view of the Missouri Tigers logo prior to a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the Goodyear Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium on December 29, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Even the last three losses have all been good showings.
9. Mississippi State
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)
Struggle against quality opponents, of which there are a lot in the SEC.
10. Vanderbilt
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – DECEMBER 21: A detailed shot of the Vanderbilt Commodores logo during the second half of the game against the Austin Peay Governors at Vanderbilt University Memorial Gymnasium on December 21, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)
Memorial Gym. One of the sport’s unique venues.
11. Arkansas
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 Big Z breakout is here.
12. Texas
AUSTIN, TX – DECEMBER 1: The Texas Longhorns logo on the floor of the Moody Center in Austin, Texas on December 1, 2022. (Photo by Porter Binks/Getty Images)
Tre Johnson is one of the sport’s best shotmakers.
13. Georgia
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)
The win against Kentucky appears to have been a flash in the pan.
14. LSU
CHARLESTON, SC – NOVEMBER 16: The. LSU Tigers logo on a pic of shorts during day one of the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic college basketball game against the Dayton Flyers at the TD Arena on November 16, 2023 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Would be average in most other conferences.
15. South Carolina
UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT – DECEMBER 10: A view of the South Carolina Gamecocks logo on their uniform during the game against the Utah Utes at Mohegan Sun Arena on December 10, 2023 in Uncasville, Connecticut. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
So close to getting that first SEC win.
ACC
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)
1. Duke: That darn wet spot.
2. Clemson
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)
Clean sweep of Tobacco Road.
3. Louisville
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 12: A view of the Louisville Cardinals logo on their uniform during the game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the First Round of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 12, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Need to stay healthy to keep this train on the tracks.
4. Wake Forest
CHARLESTON, SC – NOVEMBER 16: The Wake Forest Demon Deacons logo on a pair of shorts during day one of the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic college basketball game against the Utah Utes at the TD Arena on November 16, 2023 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Inching towards an NCAA Tournament berth.
5. SMU
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA – JANUARY 07: Head Coach Andy Enfield of the Southern Methodist Mustangs looks on during the second half of a basketball game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Dean E. Smith Center on January 07, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
Big week coming up with Pitt and Wake Forest stopping by DFW.
6. Stanford
HONOLULU, HI – NOVEMBER 24: The Stanford Cardinal logo on a pair of shorts during a Rainbow Wahine Showdown women’s college basketball game against the American University Eagles at the Stan Sheriff Center on November 24, 2018 in Honolulu, Hawaii. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Sleeper to make a deep run in the ACC Tournament.
7. North Carolina
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 14: A general view of the NC logo on the shorts of RJ Davis #4 of the North Carolina Tar Heels. During a game against the La Salle Explorers at Dean E. Smith Center on December 14, 2024 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina won 93-67. (Photo by Peyton Williams/UNC/Getty Images)
That seat’s getting a little warm.
8. Pittsburgh
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 14: A view of the Pittsburgh Panthers logo on their uniform during the game against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the Quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 14, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Losing Damian Dunn added injury to insult.
9. Virginia Tech
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 13: A view of the Virginia Tech Hokies logo on their uniform during the game against the Florida State Seminoles in the Second Round of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 13, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Grinding out close wins.
10. Virginia
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 14: A view of the Virginia Cavaliers logo on their uniform during the game against the Boston College Eagles in the Quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 14, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Playing their best basketball of the year.
11. Florida State
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 14: A view of the Florida State Seminoles logo on their uniform during the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the Quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 14, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Have not fared well since their coach announced his impending retirement.
12. Georgia Tech
WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 12: A view of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets logo on their uniform during the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the First Round of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena on March 12, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Showing a ton of grit with how little depth they’re playing with.
13. Notre Dame
WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 16: The Notre Dame Fighting Irish logo shown on shorts during a college basketball game against the Georgetown Hoyas at Capital One Arena on November 16, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Two more steps back.
14. Syracuse
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE – DECEMBER 03: A detailed shot of the Syracuse Orange logo during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena on December 03, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)
Have to wonder what this season would have looked like if Donnie Freeman never got hurt.
15. Cal
LAHAINA, HI – NOVEMBER 20: The California Golden Bears logo on a pair of shorts during a quarterfinal game against the Wichita State Shockers at the Lahaina Civic Center on November 20, 2017 in Lahaina, Hawaii. The Shockers won 92-82. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
Showing bright signs for next year.
16. NC State
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – APRIL 06: The North Carolina State Wolfpack logo shown on a pair of shorts during the NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game against the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Stadium on April 06, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
So close, but yet so far.
17. Miami
CHARLESTON, SC – NOVEMBER 22: A detailed view of the Miami Hurricanes logo shown on shorts during the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic college basketball game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at TD Arena on November 22, 2024 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Welcome out of the basement!
18. Boston College
CHAPEL HILL, NC – JANUARY 09: A close-up view of the logo for the Boston College Eagles during a game against the North Carolina Tar Heels on January 09, 2018 at the Dean Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. North Carolina won 66-96. (Photo by Peyton Williams/UNC/Getty Images)
It’s not your fault Miami beat Syracuse.
Big 12
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)
1. Houston: Have a true road test in Tucson on Saturday.
2. Arizona
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)
I worry about their frontcourt health
3. Kansas
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)
I feel like I’ve been watching Hunter Dickinson since I was a kid.
4. Texas Tech
BATON ROUGE, LA – NOVEMBER 18: Detailed view of the Texas Tech logo seen on a players uniform during a game against the LSU Tigers at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on November 18, 2014 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. LSU won the game in overtime 69-64. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Only have 2 tough games left.
5. Iowa State
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)
Got Milan Momcilovic back at the right time.
6. Kansas State
MANHATTAN, KANSAS- DECEMBER 08: The Kansas State Wildcats logo on a pic of shortsduring a college basketball game against the Marquette Golden Eagles at the Bramlage Coliseum on December 8, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Could they potentially make the tournament? Crazier things have happened.
7. Baylor
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)
The loss of Josh Ojianwuna greatly hurts defensively.
8. BYU
LA JOLLA, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 29: Egor Demin #3 of the Brigham Young Cougars dribbles the ball during the second half against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the Rady Children’s Invitational at LionTree Arena on November 29, 2024 in La Jolla, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)
Plenty of opportunities left to move the needle.
9. Cincinnati
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 move to start Day Day Thomas is looking like a good one.
10. West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA – FEBRUARY 20: The West Virginia Mountaineers logo on the floor before a college basketball game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the WVU Coliseum on February 20, 2023 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Like Tom Petty, they’re free-falling.
11. TCU
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 18: The TCU Horned Frogs logo on appear of shorts during a college basketball game against the Georgetown Hoyas at the Capital One Arena on December 18, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Jamie Dixon doing yeoman’s work.
12. UCF
LUBBOCK, TEXAS – DECEMBER 31: Darius Johnson #3 of the UCF Knights passes the ball during the first half of the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena on December 31, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)
Offense is not the issue right now.
13. Utah
CHARLESTON, SC – NOVEMBER 17: The Utah Utes logo on a pic of shorts during day two of the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic college basketball game against the Houston Cougars at the TD Arena on November 17, 2023 in Charleston, South Carolina. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Will be fortunate if they go .500 the rest of the way.
14. Oklahoma State
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA – FEBRUARY 20: The Oklahoma State Cowboys logo on a pair of shorts during a college basketball game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at the WVU Coliseum on February 20, 2023 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
The new guard rotation has kind of worked?
15. Colorado
LYNCHBURG, VA – NOVEMBER 17: The Colorado Buffaloes logo on pair of shorts during the quarterfinals of the Paradise Jam college basketball tournament against the Quinnipiac Bobcats at The Vines Center on November 17, 2017 in Lynchburg, Virginia. The Buffaloes won 70-69. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
Mom always told me if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.
Big Ten
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)
1. Purdue: So close to giving Michigan their first home loss.
2. Michigan
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)
Guard play was key against Purdue.
3. Michigan State
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)
7 games left, and 6 are against top-25 teams.
4. Maryland
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)
Bigs have to avoid foul trouble if they want to make a run in March.
5. Wisconsin
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)
Yet to beat a team above them on this list.
6. Illinois
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)
The Will Riley breakout is here.
7. UCLA
STANFORD, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 21: A detailed view of the hand towel the UCLA logo seen hanging out of the pants of Oluwafemi Oladejo #2 of the UCLA Bruins during the game against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Yet to win in the Central or Eastern time zones.
8. Ohio State
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – NOVEMBER 19: A view of the Ohio State Buckeyes logo on a belt before the game against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium on November 19, 2022 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
The little engine that could make a run in March if they get in
9. Nebraska
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – JANUARY 27: A view of the Nebraska Cornhuskers logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on January 27, 2024 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Pinnacle Bank Arena is back to being a tough place to play
10. Oregon
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)
Beat a hapless Northwestern team to stop the skid
11. USC
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 26: A general overall view of the Southern California Trojans SC logo at center court during an NCAA college women’s basketball game on January 26, 2024 at the Galen Center in Los Angeles. (Photo by Kirby Lee/Getty Images)
I can’t figure this team out.
12. Rutgers
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – FEBRUARY 06: A view of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on February 06, 2024 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Ace Bailey sure has a unique game.
13. Indiana
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)
I REALLY can’t figure this team out.
14. Minnesota
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – FEBRUARY 22: A view of the Minnesota Golden Gophers logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on February 22, 2023 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
Have a few chances for a few more wins.
15. Iowa
UNIVERSITY PARK, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 31: The Iowa Hawkeyes logo on a pair of shorts during a college basketball game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at the Bryce Joyce Center on January 31, 2022 in University Park, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
There is no “D” in Iowa.
16. Penn State
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 12: A detail view of a Penn State Nittany Lions logo before the second half against USC Trojans at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 12, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)
Does Ace Baldwin ever sub out?
17. Northwestern
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – FEBRUARY 28: A view of the Northwestern Wildcats logo on their uniform during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center on February 28, 2024 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
How many injuries can one backcourt endure?
18. Washington
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 18: DJ Davis #4 of the Washington Huskies reacts after his three point basket against the Washington State Cougars at Alaska Airlines Arena on December 18, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
Showing positive signs for next year.
Big East
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)
1. St Johns: College Basketball is just better, with Rick Pitino near the top.
2. UConn
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)
Danny Hurley is becoming the sport’s biggest heel, and I am here for it.
3. Creighton
OMAHA, NE- NOVEMBER 06: The Creighton Bluejays logo shown on the floor prior to a college basketball game against the UTRGV Vaqueros at CHI Health Center on November 06, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Only two losses in 2025.
4. Marquette
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)
The bench is a concern heading into March.
5. Villanova
PHILADELPHIA, PA – FEBRUARY 04: The Villanova Wildcats logo on a pair of shorts during a college basketball game against the Providence Friars at Wells Fargo Center on February 4, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Wooga Poplar has come a long way.
6. Xavier
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)
Very little opportunity to move the needle the rest of the way.
7. Providence
PROVIDENCE, RI – NOVEMBER 12: The Providence Friars logo shown on the floor prior to a college basketball game against the Hampton Pirates at Amica Mutual Pavillon on November 12, 2024 in Providence, Rhode Island. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Underrated coaching job by Kim English.
8. Georgetown
WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 18: The Georgetown Hoyas logo is shown on the floor before a college basketball game against the Creighton Bluejays at Capital One Arena on December 18, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
2nd best defensive team in the league.
9. Butler
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JANUARY 05: The Butler Bulldogs logo on a pair of shorts in position during a college basketball game against the Connecticut Huskies at Hinkle Fieldhouse on January 05, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Clearly better than the last two teams, but clearly worse than the top 8.
10. DePaul
CHICAGO, IL – JANUARY 24: The DePaul Blue Demons logo on the floor before a college basketball game against the Marquette Golden Eagles at the Wintrust Arena on January 24, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
CJ Gunn is a great name for a pure scorer.
11. Seton Hall
NEWARK, NJ – January 20: The Seton Hall Pirates uniform logo during a game against the Creighton Bluejays at Prudential Center on January 20, 2024 in Newark, NJ. (Photo by Porter Binks/Getty Images)
