UPDATE: The second AP Top 25 poll for the 2025-26 men’s college basketball season is here, and it brings significant shifts! After a stunning victory over ranked Alabama, the Purdue Boilermakers have reclaimed the top spot, bumping Houston down to No. 2. This urgent update comes just moments ago as teams prepare for critical matchups this week.
Purdue (4-0) achieved a historic win, marking only their third road victory against a non-conference AP Top-10 team since 1982. Their next challenge is set for Thursday against Memphis at 6 p.m. ET on CBSSN. Meanwhile, Houston (4-0) will face Rider at 9 p.m. ET on TNT/truTV, seeking to bounce back from their recent slip.
Holding steady at No. 3 is UConn (4-0), who showcased an incredible performance last weekend where three players scored over 20 points against BYU. They will clash with Arizona (4-0) on Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET on FS1. This matchup is particularly crucial as both teams aim to solidify their positions.
The biggest risers in this week’s poll include Louisville, Illinois, and Gonzaga, each climbing six spots to positions No. 6, No. 8, and No. 13, respectively. They are all set for critical games this week, with Louisville taking on Cincinnati on Friday at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPNU.
The AP Top 25 has also welcomed a new entry: NC State (3-0), who replaces Creighton after a standout performance from Darrion Williams, who scored a career-high 32 points. They will face VCU on Monday at 7 p.m. ET on ACCN.
As teams gear up for their upcoming games, the stakes are higher than ever. The 2025-26 season is proving to be thrilling, with intense competition among the top-ranked teams. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next matchups, as every game could dramatically shift the rankings.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as the season unfolds!
