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Duke Tops AP Poll as Conference Tournaments Approach

Duke ascends to No. 1 in the AP Top 25 men's basketball poll, ending Auburn's reign, as teams gear up for conference tournaments.

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Updated: Mar 10th, 2025, 4:31 PM ET

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Duke has claimed the top spot in the AP Top 25 men's basketball poll, ending Auburn's eight-week run at No. 1. After back-to-back losses, Auburn drops to third behind Houston. Duke's coach Jon Scheyer noted the importance of focusing on performance as the postseason approaches rather than the ranking. The Blue Devils secured their position with recent wins against Wake Forest and North Carolina. Meanwhile, several teams are vying for NCAA Tournament positions as conference tournaments approach, with bubble teams potentially affecting the final bracket standings.

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  • Duke ascended to the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 following Auburn's recent losses, as the Blue Devils prepare for the ACC Tournament.

  • The NCAA tournament implications are significant as several teams are on the bubble, with potential for 'bid stealers' in conference tournaments.

  • The ACC Tournament features strong matchups, with predictions indicating a competitive field and potential outcomes that could influence NCAA Tournament seedings.

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