Arizona holds No. 1 spot for 9th week in AP Top 25; Houston rises to No. 3, Kentucky returns at 25th
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AARON BEARDFebruary 9, 2026 at 07:23 PM
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Arizona holds the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll for the ninth consecutive week, as of February 7, 2026. The Wildcats, with a 23-0 record, received all 59 first-place votes, making them the unanimous top choice for the fourth week in a row. Michigan remains at No. 2 in the poll. Houston rose in the rankings to No. 3, while Kentucky returned to the Top 25 at the 25th position, marking their first appearance since December. The poll reflects team performances through games played up to that date.
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