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Duke Claims No. 1 Spot as Player of Year Race Heats Up

1/9/2025

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Duke has soared to the top of ESPN's Basketball Power Index following losses by Tennessee and Kentucky, claiming the No. 1 spot. Houston closely trails at No. 2, while Auburn's winning streak isn't enough to keep them up. Tonight, Ole Miss takes on Arkansas, and Kansas prepares to host Arizona State on January 8. The Player of the Year race heats up with standout performances from JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers.

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Duke has soared to the top of ESPN's Basketball Power Index following losses by Tennessee and Kentucky, claiming the No. 1 spot. Houston closely trails at No. 2, while Auburn's winning streak isn't enough to keep them up. Tonight, Ole Miss takes on Arkansas, and Kansas prepares to host Arizona State on January 8. The Player of the Year race heats up with standout performances from JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers.