Michigan Leads Andy Katz’s Latest Men’s Basketball Power 37 Rankings

Emerson Raymont

Published: February 16, 2026 5:27 PM ET

Michigan Leads Andy Katz’s Latest Men’s Basketball Power 37 Rankings

In the latest Power 37 rankings by Andy Katz, Michigan has ascended to the top position, pushing Arizona down to fourth place. This change follows Arizona’s first defeat of the season against Kansas, which ended their undefeated streak.

Latest Rankings Overview

1. Michigan (2): The Wolverines claim the No. 1 spot.
2. Duke (3): The Blue Devils recovered after a buzzer-beater loss to UNC.
3. Houston (7): The Cougars are emerging as contenders in the Big 12.
4. Arizona (1): Injuries are impacting the Wildcats’ performance.
5. St. John’s (5): The Red Storm navigated a chaotic game against Providence.
6. UConn (6): The Huskies continue to finish games strongly.
7. Florida (11): The Gators lead the SEC and are now the team to beat.
8. Illinois (4): Kylan Boswell’s return strengthens the Illini.
9. Texas Tech (15): The Red Raiders secured a significant win over Arizona.
10. Iowa State (9): The Cyclones defeated Kansas impressively.
11. Kansas (8): The Jayhawks remain title contenders when at full strength.

Notable Results and Events

Kansas dealt Arizona its first loss with a close score of 82-78, signaling a potential shift in the rankings. Meanwhile, Wisconsin, unranked, achieved a major victory against the No. 10 ranked Michigan State, winning decisively 92-71.

Teams to Watch

12. Nebraska (10): Pryce Sandfort has emerged as a top transfer.
13. Gonzaga (16): The Zags regained their top position in the WCC.
14. Kentucky (14): The Wildcats remain strong contenders in the SEC.
15. Wisconsin (31): Achieved back-to-back victories against Illinois and Michigan State.
18. Purdue (21): The Boilermakers secured a critical win against Nebraska.

Conference Shakeups

Significant movement within rankings is expected as the season progresses. Many top teams face critical matchups ahead of March Madness. As stakes rise, teams like Tennessee and Alabama are looking to establish dominance in the SEC.

Conclusion

The landscape of men’s college basketball is shifting. With Michigan at the forefront, the competition intensifies as teams jockey for crucial standings leading to the NCAA tournament. Fans and analysts will be watching closely as the season unfolds.