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Michigan Tops NCAA Rankings as Tournament Approaches

2/18/2026

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  • The NCAA Evaluation Tool (NET) ranks Division I basketball teams based on game results, strength of schedule, and efficiency metrics.
  • As of February 16, 2023, Michigan leads the rankings, followed by Duke and Iowa State, while Colorado and Oklahoma State are on the bubble due to recent losses.
  • Florida and Purdue remain in the top 10, but Princeton and Syracuse face challenges after significant defeats.
  • Upcoming matchups include Michigan at Purdue and Duke against Syracuse, which could further impact rankings.
  • The tournament selection process will consider 31 automatic bids and 37 at-large spots.