Latest SEC basketball power rankings after a wild weekend filled with upsets and Kentucky basketball's win

The Cats get back in the win column and the rest of the league gets a little crazy, here's the latest scores and power rankings.
Florida Gators players acknowledge fans as they walk off the court as Auburn Tigers take on Florida Gators at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Florida Gators defeated Auburn Tigers 90-81.
Florida Gators players acknowledge fans as they walk off the court as Auburn Tigers take on Florida Gators at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Florida Gators defeated Auburn Tigers 90-81. | Jake Crandall/ Advertiser / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The SEC basketball season continues to deliver, with Auburn and Alabama holding strong at the top, while others are streaking, and others like slumping. Here is our latest power ranking after Kentucky's win.

SEC Basketball Power Rankings week of February 9th, 2025

  1. Alabama Crimson Tide
    Defeated Arkansas (85-81)
    Alabama continues to roll, securing a tight road win over Arkansas to maintain their 9-1 SEC record. Their consistency and offensive firepower make them a legitimate title contender.
  2. Florida Gators
    Defeated Auburn (90-81)
    Defeated Vanderbilt (86-75)
    Florida's statement win over Auburn propels them up the rankings. With Walter Clayton Jr firing on all cylinders, Florida is a dangerous team.
  3. Auburn Tigers
    Lost to Florida (81-90)
    Defeated Oklahoma (98-70)
    Even with a rare loss to Florida, Auburn remains a top team boasting a dominant 9-1 conference record.
  4. Tennessee Volunteers
    Defeated Missouri (85-81)
    Defeated Oklahoma (70-52)
    Tennessee is streaking, winning both games last week to improve to 7-4 in the SEC. Their defensive prowess and ability to grind out wins make them a dangerous team.
  5. Texas A&M Aggies
    Defeated Missouri (67-64)
    Texas A&M's gritty win over Missouri keeps them in the upper echelon of the SEC with a 7-3 record. Their ability to close out tight games is a testament to their toughness.
  6. Ole Miss Rebels
    Defeated Kentucky (98-84)
    Defeated LSU (72-70)
    Ole Miss is on fire, riding a two-game winning streak to improve to 7-4 in the SEC. Their balanced scoring and clutch performances make them a dark horse contender.
  7. Vanderbilt Commodores
    Lost to Florida (75-86)
    Defeated Texas (86-78)
    Vanderbilt's upset win over Texas boosts their stock, improving to 5-5 in the SEC. Their resilience and home-court advantage make them a tough out.
  8. Missouri Tigers
    Lost to Tennessee (81-85)
    Lost to Texas A&M (64-67)
    Despite dropping both games last week, Missouri's 6-4 SEC record and recent competitive performances keep them in the top half of the rankings. They remain a team to watch.
  9. Kentucky Wildcats
    Lost to Ole Miss (84-98)
    Defeated South Carolina (80-57)
    Kentucky rebounded from a tough loss to Ole Miss with a dominant win over South Carolina, sitting at 5-5 in the SEC. The inconsistency remains a concern, but thee talent is undeniable. when healthy
  10. Mississippi State Bulldogs
    Defeated Georgia (76-75) Mississippi State's narrow road win over Georgia keeps them in the mix at 5-5 in the SEC. Their ability to win close games could propel them higher as the season progresses.
  11. Georgia Bulldogs
    Defeated LSU (81-62)
    Lost to Mississippi State (75-76)
    Georgia's split week leaves them at 4-7 in the SEC, but their competitive showings suggest they could climb with just a bit more consistency.
  12. Arkansas Razorbacks
    Defeated Texas (78-70)
    Lost to Alabama (81-85)
    Arkansas's upset win over Texas kept their momentum up, but it was not enough to beat Alabama. leaving them at 3-7 in the SEC. Their recent form shows promise, but consistency is key.
  13. Texas Longhorns
    Lost to Arkansas (70-78)
    Lost to Vanderbilt (78-86)
    Texas is slumping, dropping both games last week to fall to 4-7 in the SEC. Their struggles on the road and lack of momentum are concerning as the season winds down.
  14. Oklahoma Sooners
    Lost to Auburn (70-98)
    Lost to Tennessee (52-70)
    Oklahoma's rough week leaves them at 3-7 in the SEC, struggling to keep pace with the conference's elite. Their defense needs a major boost to turn things around.
  15. LSU Tigers
    Lost to Georgia (62-81)
    Lost to Ole Miss (70-72)
    LSU's woes continue, dropping both games to fall to 1-9 in the SEC. Their lack of offensive firepower and defensive lapses make them one of the conference's weakest teams.
  16. South Carolina Gamecocks
    Lost to Kentucky (57-80)
    South Carolina remains winless in SEC play at 0-10, struggling to compete against the conference's depth. Their rebuilding process will take time, but brighter days could lie ahead.

The SEC remains one of the most competitive conferences in college basketball history, with teams like Auburn and Alabama setting the pace, while others like Ole Miss and Tennessee are surging at the right time. Up next for the Cats is a Tuesday showdown with Tennessee.