Latest NCAA Basketball Rankings See Significant Shakeup After Chaotic Week

The latest NCAA basketball rankings are set to undergo a significant shakeup following a tumultuous week in college basketball. The AP Top 25 rankings, updated as of November 18, 2024, reflect several key changes after top-ranked teams suffered unexpected losses.

Kansas retains its top spot, but there is considerable movement below. UConn, the back-to-back champions, have moved up to the No. 2 position with a perfect 3-0 record and an impressive scoring margin of 38.7 points per game, which ranks third nationally.

Gonzaga, after a dominant 113-54 win over UMass Lowell, is projected to take the No. 3 spot. The Bulldogs are preparing for a crucial matchup against San Diego State on Monday night.

Auburn, previously ranked No. 5, is expected to rise to the No. 4 position. The Tigers have maintained a strong start to the season, although their ranking could be influenced by upcoming games.

One of the most notable changes comes with Alabama, which dropped from No. 2 after losing to Purdue. This loss, combined with defeats suffered by Duke and Arizona, has reshuffled the top 10. Duke, in particular, is projected to fall out of the top 10 after a loss to Kentucky, which has propelled the Wildcats into the top 10.

Other teams experiencing significant movement include Purdue, which jumped to No. 7 after its win over Alabama, and Houston, which remains in the top 10 despite a slight drop. The rankings also see Iowa State and Tennessee maintaining strong positions, with Iowa State rising to No. 5 and Tennessee holding steady[2].

The upcoming week will be crucial as teams continue to jockey for position in the highly competitive NCAA basketball landscape.