Week 4 Men’s College Basketball Rankings: Coaches Poll and AP Top 25
The landscape of men’s college basketball is evolving, with new talent and competitive rankings shaping the current season. As the 2025-26 season progresses, several teams are solidifying their positions through impressive performances in key tournaments.
Week 4 Men’s College Basketball Rankings: Coaches Poll and AP Top 25
Following the conclusion of “Feast Week,” notable results have emerged from various tournaments. The Players Era Festival showcased eight ranked teams. Among them, No. 6 Michigan claimed the championship, dominating its opponents by a staggering combined score of 110 points. The title match against No. 10 Gonzaga ended with a decisive 101-61 victory for Michigan.
Highlights from Key Tournaments
- Maui Invitational: Southern California triumphed over Arizona State, winning 88-75 and maintaining a perfect 7-0 record this season.
- Battle 4 Atlantis: No. 23 Vanderbilt defeated Saint Mary’s 96-71 to secure the championship.
- Notable Matchups: No. 7 UConn overcame No. 14 Illinois 74-61 in Madison Square Garden, while No. 4 Duke secured an 80-71 victory against No. 21 Arkansas in Chicago.
Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 Rankings
The following are the leading teams as per the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25:
| Rank | Coaches Poll | AP Top 25 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Purdue (21 votes) | Purdue (40 votes) |
| 2 | Michigan (6 votes) | Arizona (6 votes) |
| 3 | Arizona (3 votes) | Michigan (15 votes) |
| 4 | Duke (1 vote) | Duke |
| 5 | UConn | UConn |
| 6 | Louisville | Louisville |
| 7 | Houston | Michigan State |
| 8 | Michigan State | Houston |
| 9 | Iowa State | BYU |
| 10 | BYU | Iowa State |
| 11 | Gonzaga | Gonzaga |
| 12 | Alabama | Alabama |
| 13 | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| 14 | Florida | Illinois |
| 15 | Illinois | Florida |
| 16 | Vanderbilt | North Carolina |
| 17 | North Carolina | Vanderbilt |
| 18 | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| T-19 | Indiana | Texas Tech |
| T-19 | Texas Tech | Auburn |
| 21 | Kansas | Kansas |
| 22 | St. John’s | Indiana |
| 23 | Arkansas | St. John’s |
| 24 | Auburn | USC |
| 25 | Iowa | Arkansas |
Several teams are also receiving votes, highlighting the competitive nature of this season. Significant mentions include USC, UCLA, and Nebraska.
As the season continues, performances in upcoming games will likely reshape these rankings and reveal the strongest contenders for the championship.
