Number 1 Ranked College Basketball Team
The best college basketball teams are highly sought after by fans and sporting professionals alike. Every season, the competition among teams is fierce, and the number one ranked team is often the subject of much debate. With the 2021 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament set to begin soon, it’s time to take a look at who is currently the number one ranked college basketball team.
Kansas Jayhawks
The current number one ranked team is the Kansas Jayhawks. The Jayhawks have been at the top of the rankings for the entire 2020-2021 regular season, and have earned the number one seed in the NCAA tournament. The Jayhawks have an impressive 24-3 record and have won the Big 12 Conference regular season championship for the third consecutive season. This is the 23rd time the Jayhawks have earned a number one seed in the NCAA tournament.
Coach Bill Self
The Jayhawks are led by head coach Bill Self who is in his 18th season at Kansas. Self has been named Big 12 Coach of the Year seven times, and has won nine Big 12 Conference regular season championships. He has an impressive 663-204 overall record and his teams have qualified for the NCAA tournament every year since he took over in 2003. Self has led the Jayhawks to two NCAA tournament championships, in 2008 and 2012.
Players
The Jayhawks have an impressive roster of players. Jalen Wilson is the leading scorer and rebounder for the Jayhawks, averaging 14.6 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. The team is also led by two other seniors, Marcus Garrett and David McCormack, who both bring a wealth of experience to the team. Garrett averages 11.1 points and 4.2 assists per game, while McCormack averages 11.2 points and 5.2 rebounds per game.
Team Offense and Defense
The Jayhawks are led by a high-powered offense that averages 77.0 points per game, good for 13th in the nation. They also have a stellar defense that is ranked fourth in the nation, allowing just 61.4 points per game. The Jayhawks have the ability to score from all five positions, and are excellent at attacking the basket. They are also adept at playing tough defense, and have the ability to shut down opposing teams.
Impressive Wins
The Jayhawks have had some impressive wins this season, including a 92-85 win over the then-number two ranked Baylor Bears. They also defeated the then-number three ranked West Virginia Mountaineers, and the then-number seven ranked Texas Longhorns.
Tournament Outlook
The Jayhawks have a very good chance of making a deep run in the NCAA tournament. They have already beaten some of the best teams in the country, and have the talent and experience to make a serious run at the championship.
Notable Alumni
The Jayhawks have produced some of the best players in college basketball history. Notable alumni include Wilt Chamberlain, who led the Jayhawks to the 1957 NCAA championship and was later inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Other notable alumni include Paul Pierce, Danny Manning, and Andrew Wiggins.
Fan Support
The Jayhawks have some of the most passionate fans in college basketball. The team has sold out every home game for the past 15 seasons, and the fans can often be heard chanting “Rock Chalk Jayhawk” during games. The fans have also been known to travel well, often showing up in large numbers to away games.
Legacy
The Jayhawks have been one of the most successful programs in college basketball history. They have won three NCAA championships and have appeared in the NCAA tournament 32 times. The Jayhawks are also the only program to win at least one conference tournament title in each of the last 14 seasons.
Conclusion
The Kansas Jayhawks are the current number one ranked college basketball team in the nation. They have an impressive roster of players, a high-powered offense, a stellar defense, and have had some impressive wins this season. The Jayhawks have a very good chance of making a deep run in the NCAA tournament and have a passionate fan base that is eager to see their team make a championship run. With so much talent, experience, and legacy, it’s no wonder the Jayhawks are currently the number one ranked team in the nation.