Michigan has ascended to the No. 1 ranking in Andy Katz’s latest Power 37 men’s college basketball rankings, following Arizona’s recent losses to Kansas and Texas Tech.
Current Top Five
The updated rankings, released February 16, 2026, place Michigan at the top, followed by Duke at No. 2, Houston at No. 3 and Arizona dropping to No. 4. St. John’s remains at No. 5.
Key Shifts and Results
Arizona’s fall from the top spot comes after a 82-78 loss to Kansas on February 9, and an overtime defeat against Texas Tech on Saturday. Kansas, despite playing without star freshman Darryn Peterson, moved up to No. 11 in the rankings. Wisconsin also made a significant jump, dominating No. 10 Michigan State.
Miami (Ohio) remains the nation’s only undefeated team, holding steady at No. 25. Other notable movements include Texas Tech rising to No. 9 after their win at Arizona, and Florida taking the top spot in the SEC at No. 7.
Several teams dropped out of the rankings this week, including Texas A&M, BYU, and USC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused Arizona to fall in the rankings?
Arizona lost back-to-back games, first to Kansas on February 9 and then to Texas Tech on Saturday, resulting in a drop to No. 4 in Andy Katz’s Power 37 rankings.
Which team is currently ranked No. 1?
Michigan is currently ranked No. 1 in Andy Katz’s Power 37 rankings.
Is Miami (Ohio) still undefeated?
Yes, Miami (Ohio) remains the nation’s only undefeated team, currently ranked No. 25.
As teams approach the end of the regular season and conference tournaments loom, how will these rankings continue to evolve and shape the landscape of college basketball?
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