Arizona holds the unanimous No. 1 spot with a perfect 22-0 record. They received all 59 first-place votes, making them the clear leader as the only undefeated team in the top rankings.
Michigan jumped to No. 2 (20-1) after key wins, including over previously unbeaten Nebraska and rival Michigan State. They passed UConn for the spot.
UConn sits at No. 3 (21-1), showing continued strength in the Big East with a dominant recent performance.
Illinois made one of the biggest leaps, rising four spots to No. 5 (19-3) after a strong win over Nebraska. This highlights their momentum in the Big Ten.
Gonzaga at No. 6 with a 22-1 record, and Miami (Ohio) at No. 23 with a perfect 22-0 mark (though strength of schedule context applies for tournament implications).
The Big Ten has strong representation near the top, with Michigan (2), Illinois (5), Nebraska (9), and Michigan State (10) all in the top 10 recently.
Nebraska dropped after losses, but their earlier unbeaten run and quality losses keep them relevant in discussions.
Action today tips off at 6:30 PM ET when No. 23 Miami (OH) visits Buffalo.
At 7:00 PM ET, Ole Miss travels to face No. 25 Tennessee.
Also at 7:00 PM ET, Xavier heads to No. 3 UConn.
Duke, ranked No. 4, hosts Boston College at 7:00 PM ET.
At 8:00 PM ET, No. 22 St. John's takes on DePaul.
Later, at 9:00 PM ET, Pittsburgh visits No. 18 Virginia.
Rounding out the night at 9:00 PM ET, No. 19 Saint Louis goes to Davidson.
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