College basketball enters week two with Champions Classic showcase

The second week of the college basketball season features several high-profile matchups, headlined by the annual Champions Classic in Chicago. The event at the United Center will showcase four major programs: Duke, Michigan State, Kansas, and Kentucky.

In the AP Top 25 rankings, the top four teams remain unchanged following the opening week. UCLA has moved into the Top 10 following a victory over Arizona. Other notable upcoming matchups include No. 1 Florida against Florida State and No. 5 Michigan State against No. 2 Duke.

In Big East action, the UConn Huskies remain undefeated with a 2-0 start, highlighted by a win over Michigan. St. John’s also holds a 2-0 record after victories against Monmouth and Iona.