The Arizona State men's basketball team has recently seen a relatively light schedule. However, despite only playing one game in the past week, the Sun Devils have continued to ascend in the rankings. As of Monday's update of The Associated Press rankings, ASU holds 143 points and is the second team outside the top 25. Just a week prior, they were the fifth team out of the rankings. Additionally, ASU is ranked 30th in the USA Today Coaches poll and 34th in the NET ratings, which are considered at the end of the season for NCAA Tournament seeding.

ASU's Recent Win and Player Performances

In their most recent game on Tuesday, ASU recorded a convincing 90 - 53 win against San Diego, improving their record to 8 - 1. Freshman Joson Sanon came off the bench to score 19 points, while forward Basheer Jihad added another 19. Freshman big man Jayden Quaintance also had a solid game, recording 10 points, nine rebounds, and five blocks.The team's recent success is a testament to the talent and potential of the players. Their performances on the court have been a key factor in ASU's rise in the rankings.

Upcoming Game Against No. 9 Florida

ASU's next challenge is a showdown against No. 9 Florida on Saturday. This game will be a crucial test for the Sun Devils as they look to continue their upward trajectory. Florida has a strong record and is a highly ranked team, making this matchup one to watch.The team will need to bring their best game and play with confidence to have a chance of coming out on top. A win against Florida could further boost their rankings and solidify their position in the college basketball landscape.

AP Top 25 Men's Basketball Rankings

In the AP Top 25 rankings, Tennessee has taken the top spot after a massive shakeup. The Vols received 58 first-place votes and climbed two spots from last week. Auburn remains in second place with three first-place votes, while Iowa State climbed three places to third. Duke rounds out the top five.Overall, 14 ranked teams lost last week, including six teams in the top 10. This shows the volatility of the college basketball rankings and the importance of each game. ASU's performance has been impressive, and they will look to build on it in the coming weeks.

USA Today Coaches Top 25 Rankings

In the USA Today Coaches poll, Tennessee also holds the top spot with 770 points. Auburn and Iowa State follow in second and third place, respectively. The rankings reflect the competitive nature of college basketball and the constant battle for supremacy.ASU's position in both polls highlights their growing stature in the sport. They will continue to strive for excellence and aim to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament.