Big 12 basketball rankings: Where does Kansas rank?

The Big 12 shows once again why it is the toughest league in college basketball.

From top to bottom, it’s not an easy night in this conference. From national title contenders to underdogs capable of shocking anyone, every team has something to prove. With elite coaching, stacked rosters and intense rivalries, the competition is as fierce as ever.

This year’s mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars makes every game a must-watch. Whether you’re at the top or looking to move up, life in the Big 12 is a chance, and that’s what makes it so exciting.

Here’s how the league shakes out so far.

16.) TCU
Jamie Dixon’s side remain bottom after a solid win over Xavier with a disappointing loss to Vanderbilt.

15.) Kansas State
The Wildcats continue to struggle, another tough loss to St. John’s highlighting their inconsistency.

14.) Arizona
The Wildcats’ inability to beat strong opponents keeps them near the bottom despite some flashes of potential.

13.) UCF
Injury woes are preventing the Cavaliers from climbing, although the emergence of Jordan Ivy-Curry offers hope for the future.

12.) Oklahoma State
The Cowboys have shown promise with back-to-back wins, but they still have some ground to make to compete with the Big 12’s best.

11.) Utah
A loss to St. Mary’s fell to the Utes, although their offense is starting to find some consistency.

10.) COLORADO
The Buffaloes remain afloat thanks to a season-opening win over UConn, but recent struggles have them on a downward trend.

9.) BYU
The Cougars are looking for consistency after a tough loss to Providence despite their exciting potential.

8.) Arizona State
The Sun Devils young roster continues to develop and they are on the verge of making some noise with a big win.

7.) Texas Tech
Close losses to quality teams and a lack of scoring wins keep the Red Raiders just outside the top tier.

6.) West Virginia
Javon Small and Tucker DeVries led the Mountaineers to surprising success with key wins over Gonzaga and Georgetown.

5.) Cincinnati
The Bearcats’ scrappy style keeps them competitive, although a loss to Villanova has dampened their recent momentum.

4.) Baylor
While the Bears haven’t reached their full potential, they remain a top contender with a challenging early schedule.

3.) Houston
A strong bounce-back win over Butler puts the Cougars back in the top three, showing their depth and experience.

2.) Kansas
Despite a tough week with back-to-back losses, the Jayhawks’ talent and coaching keep them in the top tier of the Big 12.

1.) Iowa State
The Cyclones clinched first place with a thrilling win over Marquette, cementing themselves as a national title contender.

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