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Purdue Claims No. 1 Spot in AP Preseason Men’s College Basketball Poll for 2025-26 Season
The Purdue Boilermakers have made history, securing the top ranking in the Associated Press (AP) Top 25 preseason men’s college basketball poll for the 2025-26 season – a first for the program. The rankings, released today, reflect high expectations for a Purdue team poised for a deep tournament run.
Key Takeaways from the AP Top 25
the poll reveals a competitive landscape with several teams expected to contend for the national championship. Following purdue,the University of Houston comes in at No. 2, while the reigning national champions, the Florida Gators, are ranked third. UConn and St. John’s round out the top five.
The Full AP Top 25 Ranking
Here’s a complete look at the AP Top 25, as of today:
| RANKING | TEAM | POINTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Purdue | 1485 |
| 2 | Houston | 1459 |
| 3 | Florida | 1382 |
| 4 | UConn | 1299 |
| 5 | St. John’s | 1203 |
| 6 | Duke | 1123 |
| 7 | Michigan | 1084 |
| 8 | BYU | 1078 |
| 9 | kentucky | 1056 |
| 10 | Texas Tech | 10
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