The AP Top 25 has unveiled its final poll before the start of February, revealing notable changes within the top 10 following an intense weekend of basketball. Arizona continues to dominate the rankings, claiming every one of the 60 first-place votes for the second week in a row, maintaining its position at No. 1. This marks eight consecutive weeks for the Wildcats at the top.

Duke has seen a rise in the rankings, now positioned at No. 4 after they convincingly defeated Wake Forest, 90-69. The Blue Devils have been on a seven-game winning streak, gearing up for a highly anticipated game against Louisville, which will take place today at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Notably, Duke remains the sole undefeated team in the ACC.

Purdue, on the other hand, has taken a significant hit, dropping to No. 12 after suffering two defeats last week against UCLA and Illinois. Their loss against UCLA featured a dramatic last-minute 3-pointer from Tyler Bilodeau, while the disappointment continued as they fell to Illinois by a score of 88-82, attributed in part to a staggering 46-point performance by Keaton Wagler.

In the realm of the Big Ten, Nebraska stands out as one of the three unbeaten teams left in Division I basketball, now climbing to No. 5 after an impressive 20-0 record (9-0 in Big Ten). They secured their ranking with a favorable win over Minnesota, while a crucial matchup looms against Michigan tomorrow.

AP Top 25

1. Arizona (61)
2. UConn
3. Michigan
4. Duke
5. Nebraska
6. Gonzaga
7. Michigan State
8. Iowa State
9. Illinois
10. Houston

Others receiving votes:

• Tennessee 88
• Kentucky 51
• Georgia 49
• Iowa 30
• Texas A&M 27
• Auburn 15
• NC State 8
• SMU 4
• Saint Mary’s 3
• Utah State 2
• Villanova 2
• Wisconsin 1.