10. Georgetown (20-5)—Hoyas rank 123rd in the country in scoring at 70.3 points per game, but their defense has held conference opponents below 60 points six times this season. This week: at Seton Hall (Tuesday), versus Villanova (Saturday). Previous: 10
8. (tie) Ohio State (22-5)—With losses the past two Saturdays to Michigan (56–51) and Michigan State (58–48) the Buckeyes have fallen out of first but can climb back up if they win their four remaining games. This week: versus Illinois (Tuesday), versus Wisconsin (Sunday). Previous: 6
8. (tie) Marquette (22-5)—Golden Eagles continue to soar under the radar having won 10 of their last 11 games to put them in second-place in the 16-team Big East at 11-3. This week: versus Rutgers (Wednesday), at West Virginia (Friday). Previous: 10
7. North Carolina (23-4)—Tar Heels have responded with three straight wins following heart-breaking loss to Duke and remain tied (10-2) at the top of the ACC. This week: at North Carolina State (Tuesday), at Virginia (Saturday). Previous: 7
