COLLEGE RANKINGS

UNC basketball is making waves in the polls, but their performance is a mix of highs and lows. The team is currently ranked 13th in the latest coaches' poll, a jump from their previous 15th spot. This rise comes after a strong win against USC Upstate, where they secured an 18-point victory. However,

UNC basketball has been on the rise in the national rankings. After starting the 2025-26 season at their lowest preseason ranking in 20 years, they have moved up to No. 20 in the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll. This improvement comes after a strong start to the season, including a victory over then-N