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2025-26 men’s college basketball rankings: Way-too-early top 25

Florida captured the national title on Monday night, but Houston is already the favorite at the top for next season.

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Men's Basketball Championship - National Championship

Florida battles back to win national title over Houston

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'We've got Walt': How Clayton Jr. willed Florida to a title

Whether he put up 34 points or 11, Clayton's presence for the Gators was key to their title hopes.

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Houston fails to get a shot off in final seconds as Florida prevails

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Sharpe: The game was there for the taking, and Florida took it

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Jay Williams calls out inconsistent officiating in national championship

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Kelvin Sampson explains what went wrong for Houston on final play

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Walter Clayton Jr. finishes through contact for Gators

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Ja'Vier Francis elevates for massive poster dunk for Houston

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Bilas breaks down how Florida overcame deficit vs. Houston

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Ja'Vier Francis throws down massive putback jam for Houston

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