Wed Dec 04 02:30:00 UTC 2024: ## UConn Holds Top Spot in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
**Indianapolis, IN** – The University of Connecticut Huskies maintain their number one ranking in the latest USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll. The weekly poll, compiled from votes by 31 Division I head coaches representing all 32 conferences with automatic NCAA tournament bids, saw UConn garner 63 points.
While UConn secured the top spot, the poll reveals a competitive landscape. San Diego State follows closely behind, with Texas and Mississippi State tied for third. Other notable teams in the Top 25 include Indiana (No. 15), Creighton (No. 19), Arkansas (No. 21), Xavier (No. 22), and Arizona (No. 23).
The full panel of coaches contributing to the poll is listed and includes prominent names such as Nate Oats (Alabama), Matt Painter (Purdue), and Greg McDermott (Creighton). The poll uses a points system, awarding 25 points for a first-place vote, 24 for second, and so on.
The rankings reflect the ongoing season, with team rankings fluctuating throughout. The release emphasizes that the information provided is for entertainment purposes only and contains disclosures regarding gambling and problem gambling resources. Further in-depth coverage of individual teams is available via USA TODAY Sports.
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