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Michigan Rises to No. 1 in AP Top 25 for First Time Since 2013

Arizona's back-to-back losses opened the door after nine weeks at No. 1.

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Feb 11, 2026; Evanston, Illinois, USA; The starting five player for the Michigan Wolverines against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Michigan climbed one spot after an 86-56 win over UCLA capped a 10-game streak that put the Wolverines at 24-1.
  • AP voters awarded Michigan 60 of 61 first-place votes, with Houston receiving the other and Duke slotting third.
  • Arizona dropped to No. 4 following defeats to Kansas and Texas Tech that ended its nine-week run at the top.
  • Michigan also returned to No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, where it was the unanimous selection.
  • Major analytics and bracket projections list Michigan No. 1, with a road game at No. 7 Purdue and a neutral-site matchup vs. No. 3 Duke this week set to test its hold on the top line.