Duke to No. 1 in men's poll for first time since '21
Briefly

Duke's men's basketball team has reclaimed the No. 1 ranking in the AP Top 25 following Auburn's back-to-back losses, thereby ending Auburn's eight-week streak at the top. Duke coach Jon Scheyer humorously remarked on the timing of their success as they enter the postseason. Meanwhile, Auburn, despite dropping to third, remains the No. 1 seed in the SEC Tournament after closely contested games. The article highlights the shifting landscape of college basketball as teams gear up for conference tournaments.
Duke ascended to the top of the AP Top 25, ending Auburn's eight-week reign at No. 1, just in time for conference tournaments.
Auburn coach Bruce Pearl noted that close losses to Texas A&M and Alabama demonstrated the capability of both teams to reach the Final Four.
Duke coach Jon Scheyer humorously remarked on his team's timing of being ranked No. 1, emphasizing their focus on post-season goals.
Florida and Alabama also moved up in rankings, showcasing their competitive edge as teams prepare for NCAA tournament berths.
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