Purdue Surges to No. 1 in AP Top 25 After Stunning Upset

UPDATE: The latest AP Top 25 poll for the 2025-26 men’s college basketball season has just been released, and it brings significant shifts that fans need to know NOW. The Purdue Boilermakers have surged back to the No. 1 spot after a commanding victory over ranked Alabama, pushing the previous No. 1, Houston Cougars, down to No. 2.

Purdue now boasts a perfect 4-0 record and achieved a historic win against Alabama, marking their first road victory against a non-conference AP Top-10 team in over 40 years. UConn remains steadfast at No. 3, while Duke and Arizona swap places, rounding out the top five. The implications of these rankings are profound as teams vie for dominance early in the season.

The Boilermakers’ next challenge comes on November 9, 2025, against Memphis at 6 p.m. ET as part of the Baha Mar Championship on CBSSN. Houston, now at No. 2, faces Rider later that evening at 9 p.m. ET on TNT/truTV.

Among the biggest movers this week, Louisville, Illinois, and Gonzaga each climbed six spots, now ranked No. 6, No. 8, and No. 13 respectively. Meanwhile, Texas Tech and UCLA faced setbacks, dropping four places to No. 15 and No. 19.

The newest entry to the Top 25 is NC State, which has surged into the rankings following an impressive performance, including a career-high 32 points from Darrion Williams. This marks a pivotal moment for the Wolfpack as they prepare to face VCU on November 13, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET.

For fans and analysts alike, the excitement of this season is palpable. Here’s a closer look at the top teams and their upcoming matchups:

1. **Purdue Boilermakers**
– Previous ranking: 2
– 2025-26 record: 4-0
– Next: vs. Memphis, November 9, 2025, 6 p.m. ET, CBSSN

2. **Houston Cougars**
– Previous ranking: 1
– 2025-26 record: 4-0
– Next: vs. Rider, November 9, 2025, 9 p.m. ET, TNT/truTV

3. **UConn Huskies**
– Previous ranking: 3
– 2025-26 record: 4-0
– Next: vs. Arizona, November 8, 2025, 7 p.m. ET, FS1

4. **Arizona Wildcats**
– Previous ranking: 5
– 2025-26 record: 4-0
– Next: at UConn, November 8, 2025, 7 p.m. ET, FS1

5. **Duke Blue Devils**
– Previous ranking: 4
– 2025-26 record: 4-0
– Next: vs. Kansas, November 7, 2025, 9 p.m. ET, ESPN

The stakes are higher than ever as teams begin to establish their positions in this competitive landscape. Fans are eagerly anticipating these matchups, as each game could alter the course of the rankings dramatically.

Keep an eye on Purdue’s historic rise and the fierce competition among top-ranked teams as the season unfolds. The excitement is just getting started, and the implications of these rankings will be felt across the nation!