College Basketball Poll Sees Texas and Houston Rise, Texas Tech Holds Steady
College basketball teams Texas and Houston have moved up in the latest AP Top 25 poll, while Texas Tech's ranking remains unchanged. The poll update is a notable event for Houston sports.

Houston, TX, November 1, 2026 — The latest Associated Press Top 25 college basketball poll has been released, showing movement for several prominent programs. Teams from Texas have seen shifts in their national rankings, with the University of Texas and the University of Houston both making upward advancements.
The University of Houston has experienced a positive movement in the rankings, marking a notable development for Houston sports. The University of Texas also climbed in the poll. Details regarding the specific rankings or the extent of their ascent were not provided in the summary.
Meanwhile, Texas Tech University’s position in the AP Top 25 poll remained unchanged following the latest update. The consistency of Texas Tech’s ranking indicates a steady performance in the eyes of poll voters.
The AP Top 25 poll is a widely followed indicator of national college basketball team performance and is compiled by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters. Rankings are subject to change weekly based on team performance in games played.
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