Auburn basketball claims the top spot in the AP Top 25 for the second time in program history, ending Tennessee's five-week reign. The SEC boasts nine ranked teams, showcasing its dominance in college basketball.
Auburn basketball has ascended to the No. 1 position in The Associated Press men's basketball poll, marking their second stint at the top in program history. This achievement comes after Tennessee 's five-week reign at the top came to an end. Auburn previously held the No. 1 ranking for three weeks in January and February of 2022, making this their second time atop the AP Top 25.
The Tigers' impressive performance, winning eight consecutive games since early December, propelled them to the top spot. This feat solidifies the SEC's dominance in college basketball, with nine teams featured in the AP Top 25, including three of the top five and five of the top 10. Tennessee, who had held the No. 1 position since December 9th, lost their undefeated streak with a 30-point defeat to Florida. However, they bounced back with a victory. Other notable rankings include Kentucky at No. 7, maintaining their position from the previous week. Michigan State leaped four spots to No. 12 and Michigan followed suit, rising to No. 20. Florida and Purdue also climbed three positions, landing at No. 17 and No. 12, respectively. Georgia, led by Mike White, surged into the AP Top 25 for the first time since January 2011, achieving their highest ranking since the 2002-03 season. This remarkable climb comes after back-to-back wins against previously ranked opponents, Kentucky (No. 6) and Oklahoma (No. 17).The SEC's strong showing continues with nine ranked teams, including Texas A&M (No. 11), Mississippi State (No. 15), and Mississippi (No. 21). The Big Ten follows closely with six ranked teams, while the Big 12 and Big East have four and two ranked teams, respectively. The Atlantic Coast, West Coast, American Athletic, and Mountain West conferences each boast one ranked team
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