"There were questions about whether Arizona had enough shooting on its roster heading into the season -- the Wildcats did take only five 3-point shots against the reigning champs, making two of them. But they were absolutely dominant around the rim and at the free throw line, with their 81 points between the two proving that their lack of perimeter shooting isn't much of a factor."
"As for Alabama, it was clear the Crimson Tide had elite guards, but it wasn't clear whether they had the frontcourt balance to make another deep run in March. Against St. John's, though, their guards were enough. Labaron Philon Jr., Aden Holloway and Latrell Wrightsell combined for 63 points, 10 assists and eight 3-pointers, while 6-foot-10 wing Taylor Bol Bowen had four of the team's 14 offensive rebounds to go with 17 points."
November's men's college basketball slate is exceptionally loaded, causing significant early-season ranking fluctuation. Arizona and Alabama rose the most after huge road wins over top-five Florida and St. John's. Arizona showed dominance around the rim and at the free-throw line despite limited perimeter shooting. Alabama's guards combined for 63 points, 10 assists and eight 3-pointers, while Taylor Bol Bowen contributed offensive rebounds and 17 points. Louisville's guards and a win over Kentucky signal Final Four potential. Illinois defeated Texas Tech. Purdue remained No. 1 after double-digit wins despite struggles and an injured All-American forward.
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