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5 College Basketball Teams Currently Not In AP Top 15 That Could Be Final Four Worthy

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As conference play gets into full swing, there is a clearer understanding of who could be true Final Four contenders. However, outside of the current top 15, there are some teams that could position themselves for a run to Houston.

5. South Carolina

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The No. 22 Gamecocks are still unbeaten at 14-0 which has to say something. Perhaps it's just a magical year for them. They have great balance with five guys averaging double figures in points this season. Coach Frank Martin looks like he has finally put his fingerprints on South Carolina basketball.

The No. 22 Gamecocks are still unbeaten at 14-0 which has to say something. Perhaps it's just a magical year for them. They have great balance with five guys averaging double figures in points this season. Coach Frank Martin looks like he has finally put his fingerprints on South Carolina basketball.

4. West Virginia

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The Mountaineers are currently No. 17 with a 13-1 record. Their intense press style of defense will certainly give teams fits and in turn give them a chance at some easy buckets. Bob Huggins will certainly coach his guys up as the season goes along, and they will be battle tested come March thanks to a rough and tumble Big 12.

The Mountaineers are currently No. 17 with a 13-1 record. Their intense press style of defense will certainly give teams fits and in turn give them a chance at some easy buckets. Bob Huggins will certainly coach his guys up as the season goes along, and they will be battle tested come March thanks to a rough and tumble Big 12.

3. Texas A&M

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The No. 21 Aggies sit at 12-2 and have some impressive wins over teams like Gonzaga, Texas and Baylor. They will look to continue to build in SEC play. With Jalen Jones and Danuel House both averaging over 15 PPG, they have a couple of guys who can carry them on any given night, which is key come tournament time.

The No. 21 Aggies sit at 12-2 and have some impressive wins over teams like Gonzaga, Texas and Baylor. They will look to continue to build in SEC play. With Jalen Jones and Danuel House both averaging over 15 PPG, they have a couple of guys who can carry them on any given night, which is key come tournament time.

2. Louisville

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A bit under-the-radar at No. 16 right now, the Cardinals are always capable of a deep run under Rick Pitino. Having a guy like Damion Lee averaging 17.3 PPG will certainly help. They lost to Kentucky and Michigan State by a combined six points, so they can certainly play with the best.

A bit under-the-radar at No. 16 right now, the Cardinals are always capable of a deep run under Rick Pitino. Having a guy like Damion Lee averaging 17.3 PPG will certainly help. They lost to Kentucky and Michigan State by a combined six points, so they can certainly play with the best.

1. Purdue

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Currently No. 20, the Boilermakers are certainly one of the better kept secrets in college hoops right now. They can dominate any team on the inside and possess enough outside firepower to be good there as well. They have plenty of depth and options to give any team a run for their money.

Currently No. 20, the Boilermakers are certainly one of the better kept secrets in college hoops right now. They can dominate any team on the inside and possess enough outside firepower to be good there as well. They have plenty of depth and options to give any team a run for their money.

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