Entering the season, the Big 12 was considered the best men’s basketball conference in America. Hands down. No contest. Now, with conference tournaments beginning — the Big 12

Mar 3, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13) and Kansas Jayhawks guard Zeke Mayo (5) and center Hunter Dickinson (1) battle for a loose ball during the second half at Fertitta Center. / Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

With the regular season in the books and the postseason approaching, let's get into the final Big 12 power rankings: More: Big 12 women's basketball tournament bracket 2025: Sched

Two straight losses without leading in 80 minutes is uncharted territory for Kansas, which is at a low point in this week’s Big 12 power rankings.

Texas Tech jumped up to the No. 2 spot—however, only seven points separate Tech, Iowa State, and Arizona. By comparison, Houston has a 32-point advantage over the Red Raiders. On the other end of the spectrum, Colorado remains at No. 16, a spot they have occupied all season long.