Purdue Takes Top Spot in College Basketball Rankings After St. John's Defeat
Purdue ascends to the number one rank in college basketball following a narrow defeat for St. John's against Alabama.
Overview
Purdue has emerged as the new number one team in the college basketball rankings following a loss by St. John’s against Alabama, marking a significant shift in the Top 25 And 1.
The Red Storm’s Stumble
St. John’s held the top position only for a brief period, losing their first game of the season 103-96 to Alabama at Madison Square Garden.
Key Player Insights
Rick Pitino, head coach for St. John’s, had pinned hopes on Ian Jackson, yet in a surprising twist, his starter point guard for the game was Oziyah Sellers, who had little prior experience in that position at a competitive level. This change, along with their defeat, underlines early challenges the team faces this season.
Pitino commented, “They were a better basketball team than we were tonight; we could not guard them off the dribble.”
Rankings Snapshot
As of now, St. John’s has slipped to number 11 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1. Purdue is leading the rankings after a strong start this season.
