BYU Basketball: The Cougars' Slide in Rankings Despite Recent Wins
BYU basketball fans, brace yourselves! The Cougars have taken a slight dip in the national rankings, falling one spot to No. 23 in the latest AP poll. But before you start panicking, let's break down the numbers and see what's going on here. Despite winning two straight games, BYU's ranking has dropped, marking its lowest position of the year since the preseason rankings placed them at No. 7.
The Cougars find themselves as the lowest-ranked Big 12 squad among six conference teams, joining the ranks of No. 2 Houston, No. 4 Arizona, No. 6 Iowa State, No. 8 Kansas, and No. 13 Texas Tech. However, in other ranking systems, BYU shines. They are ranked No. 22 in KenPom and No. 20 in NET, showcasing their consistent performance across different metrics.
But here's where it gets interesting. BYU is set to face two top-10 teams on the road without their veteran star, Richie Saunders. Saunders, who suffered a season-ending ACL tear in the victory over Colorado, will be missed. So, while the Cougars' rankings may have taken a hit, their upcoming challenges will test their mettle and resilience. Will they bounce back? Stay tuned, and let's see how they fare against these top-ranked opponents!
