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Mid-Major College Basketball Power Rankings: Week 16

Mid-Major College Basketball Power Rankings: Week 16

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One team from the Ohio Valley conference is on a mission to be a Cinderella story in March. This team makes an appearance in the Week 16 mid-major power rankings.

5. Murray State Racers (24-4)

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5. Murray State Racers (24-4)

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The Racers have won 22 straight games, and this team is ready to make some noise in March. They know how to score the basketball, which is why Murray State will be a scary matchup for anyone in the NCAA tournament.

4. San Diego State Aztecs (22-6)

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4. San Diego State Aztecs (22-6)

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Dwyane Polee II is back for San Diego State, which is great news for coach Steve Fisher and the Aztecs. The team is playing their best basketball of the season at the right time. The Aztecs are ready to take home the Mountain West conference title.

3. Wichita State Shockers (25-3)

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3. Wichita State Shockers (25-3)

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Fred VanVleet did not play his best at the beginning of the season. There was a lot of pressure on him to be the best player on the floor in every game, but now he is playing like one of the best point guards in the country. The Shockers are ready for the rematch with Northern Iowa on Saturday.

2. Northern Iowa Panthers (26-2)

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2. Northern Iowa Panthers (26-2)

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The Panthers are now ranked No. 10 in the country, according to the latest AP Poll. This is the highest they have been ranked in the school's history. Everyone should tune in to Northern Iowa vs. Wichita State on Saturday.

1. Gonzaga Bulldogs (28-1)

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1. Gonzaga Bulldogs (28-1)

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The Bulldogs fought very hard for their victory against Saint Mary's last Saturday. They showed that even when some of their stars are off, Gonzaga can still find ways to win.

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