Tue Nov 04 00:40:00 UTC 2025: College Basketball Season Tips Off with Upsets and Top Player Lists

The 2025-2026 college basketball season is officially underway, marked by early upsets and exciting matchups across both men’s and women’s games.

In women’s action, No. 16 Baylor stunned No. 7 Duke 58-52 in Paris, France. Taliah Scott led the charge for Baylor with 24 points. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt overcame a slow start to defeat Cal 75-65, fueled by Mikayla Blakes’ impressive 27-point performance. Other notable women’s games included No. 11 UNC’s dominant win over NC Central and No. 12 Ole Miss pulling away from Norfolk State.

On the men’s side, several ranked teams are set to face off, including No. 5 St. John’s vs. Quinnipiac and No. 3 Florida vs. No. 18 Arizona in Las Vegas.

Adding to the excitement, analyst Andy Katz released his list of top 10 men’s players to watch this season. He also presented his preseason Power 37 rankings, placing Purdue at No. 1, followed by Houston and St. John’s.

The season promises to be filled with thrilling competition and unexpected outcomes, with many teams vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

Additionally, reflecting on the previous season:

  • UConn Women’s Basketball Wins National Championship: The UConn women’s basketball team, led by coach Geno Auriemma, captured their 12th national title in 2025. They finished the season with a 37-3 record, defeating South Carolina in the championship game.
  • Florida Gators Men’s Basketball Claim National Title: The Florida Gators men’s basketball team, coached by Todd Golden, had a remarkable season, culminating in their first national championship since 2007. They defeated Houston in the final game.

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