Tennessee Claims No. 1 in AP Top 25 After Major College Basketball Shakeup

Alex
Tennessee Claims No. 1 in AP Top 25 After Major College Basketball Shakeup
Tennessee Claims No. 1 in AP Top 25 After Major College Basketball Shakeup The Tennessee Volunteers have claimed the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll, following a week of dramatic upsets and shifts. This marks Tennessee’s first time atop the rankings since the 2018-19 season. The Vols earned 58 out of 62 first-place votes, capitalizing on losses by former No. 1 Kansas and No. 2 Auburn. Tennessee’s Rise to the Top The Vols (8-0) are off to their best start in more than two decades, last achieving a 9-0 record in the 2000-01 season. Known for their balance and resilience, Tennessee has excelled despite losing four starters from their SEC championship team last year. Ranked second in defensive efficiency and ninth in offensive efficiency by KenPom, the Vols have proven to be a dominant force on both ends of the court. Their latest victory, a commanding 96-70 win over Syracuse, solidified their position as the new team to beat. Tennessee is also ranked No. 1 in the NC…