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Kentucky Basketball Ranks Sixth in 25-Year Performance

9/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

CBS Sports ranked Kentucky men’s basketball No. 6 among programs over the last 25 years, boasting a 651-222 record since 2000-01.
Kentucky secured one national championship (2012) and nine SEC titles, making it the top SEC team in the ranking.
Duke leads the list with 720 wins and three national titles since 2000.
Kansas is projected for long-term success under coach Bill Self.
Duke's Jon Scheyer has won two ACC titles and reached a Final Four in three seasons.

History

Historical Context

The University of Kentucky men's basketball team, a powerhouse in college basketball, won its sixth national championship in 1996 under coach Rick Pitino. This victory marked the beginning of a successful era, with Kentucky achieving a 651-222 record and another championship in 2012. Their rivalry with Duke, which has three national titles since 2000, underscores the competitive nature of college basketball.

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Story summary

CBS Sports ranked Kentucky men’s basketball No. 6 among programs over the last 25 years, boasting a 651-222 record since 2000-01.
Kentucky secured one national championship (2012) and nine SEC titles, making it the top SEC team in the ranking.
Duke leads the list with 720 wins and three national titles since 2000.
Kansas is projected for long-term success under coach Bill Self.
Duke's Jon Scheyer has won two ACC titles and reached a Final Four in three seasons.

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