16. Utah Utes (10-18, 2-13 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 16
Utah continues to struggle in the Big 12. The team has major lapses in defense that undermine any of their offensive strengths. The Utes will travel to Arizona State on Saturday and host Colorado on Tuesday.
15. Kansas State Wildcats (11-17, 2-13 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 15
Kansas State is having an unforgiving season. The team is now under new leadership and is hoping for a change under interim head coach Matthew Driscoll. The Wildcats will host TCU on Saturday and West Virginia on Tuesday.
14. Baylor Bears (14-14, 4-11 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 14
This is not the conference performace expected from Baylor. The team recently snapped a four-game losing streak but is still making costly mistakes. The Bears will face UCF on Saturday and Houston on Wednesday.
13. Arizona State Sun Devils (14-14, 5-10 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 11
Arizona State has just damaged their post-season hopes. The team has shown offensive potential but has proven their defensive faults in games like the loss to Baylor. The Sun Devils will host Utah on Saturday and Kansas on Tuesday.
12. Oklahoma State Cowboys (17-11, 5-10 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 12
Oklahoma State is perservering through an inconsistent season. The team has a strong record at home but shows its struggles on the road. The Cowboys will travel to Cincinnati on Saturday and UCF on Tuesday.
11. Colorado Buffaloes (16-12, 6-9 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 13
Colorado is showing late-season improvements. The team is experiencing an increase in energy and effort, providing a much needed boost. The Buffaloes will play Houston on Saturday and Utah on Tuesday.
10. Cincinnati Bearcats (15-13, 7-8 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 10
Cincinnati seems to have stepped up its game. The team recently upset Kansas and is showing impressive scoring and playmaking. The Bearcats will host Oklahoma State on Saturday and BYU on Tuesday.
9. West Virginia Mountaineers (16-12, 7-8 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 8
West Virginia is competing as the season comes to an end. The team is known for its strong defense and high-volume three-point shooting. The Mountaineers will host BYU on Saturday and travel to Kansas State on Tuesday.
8. TCU Horned Frogs (18-10, 8-7 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 9
TCU has found its spark, winning four of its last five games. The team is dominant on defense and is towards the top of the Big 12 in turnovers and blocks. The Horned Frogs will play Kansas State on Saturday and Texas Tech on Tuesday.
7. BYU Cougars (20-8, 8-7 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 6
BYU is solidifying their post-season resume. The team has major star power with significant contributions. The Cougars will travel to West Virginia on Saturday and Cincinnati on Tuesday.
6. UCF Knights (20-7, 9-6 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 7
UCF is a firm conference contender. The team's style of play is serving them well, with strong three-point shooting and solid turnover management. The Knights will host Baylor on Saturday and Oklahoma State on Tuesday.
5. Texas Tech Red Raiders (21-7, 11-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 5
Texas Tech continues to be a top team. The team is dealing with the loss of their best player but seems to have found a worthy replacement. The Red Raiders will play Iowa State on Saturday and host TCU on Tuesday.
4. Kansas Jayhawks (21-7, 11-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 4
Kansas has found themselves towards the top of the conference. The team had some recent inconsistency but has otherwise proved strong. The Jayhawks will travel to Arizona on Saturday and Arizona State on Tuesday.
3. Houston Cougars (23-5, 11-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 2
Houston seems to have hit a skid. The team is experiencing a three-game slump, struggling with turnovers and low shooting percentages. The Cougars will host Colorado on Saturday and Baylor on Wednesday.
2. Iowa State Cyclones (24-4, 11-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 3
Iowa State is proving its status in the Big 12. The team recently upset Houston and has a strong contention for post-season play. The Cyclones will host Texas Tech on Saturday and play Arizona on Monday.
1. Arizona Wildcats (26-2, 13-2 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 1
Arizona is still leading the Big 12. The team experienced back-to-back losses but secured a major win over Houston. The Wildcats will host Kansas on Saturday and Iowa State on Monday.