Big 12 Power Rankings: The Sun Devils continue to fight for a post-season spot

Arizona State still has a chance
Iowa State Cyclones' guard Kenzie Hare (12) puts high pressure on Arizona State Sun Devils guard Last-Tear Poa (13) during the fourth quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 18, 2026, in Ames, Iowa
Iowa State Cyclones' guard Kenzie Hare (12) puts high pressure on Arizona State Sun Devils guard Last-Tear Poa (13) during the fourth quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 18, 2026, in Ames, Iowa | Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

16. Houston Cougars (7-21, 1-16 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 16

Houston seems to have hit a wall. The team is experiencing a seven-game losing streak, putting them at the bottom of the Big 12. The Cougars will host UCF on Sunday.

15. UCF Knights (10-18, 2-15 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 15

UCF is a struggling conference contender. The team often starts off strong but lets the last two quarters slip away. The Knights will travel to Houston on Sunday.

14. Arizona Wildcats (12-16, 3-14 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 14

Arizona is still falling short the Big 12. The team experienced five losses before securing a win over Houston. The Wildcats will play Utah on Saturday.

13. Cincinnati Bearcats (11-18, 6-11 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 13

Cincinnati can't seem to maintain momentum. The team recently lost to TCU and is showing issues with consistency. The Bearcats will travel to West Virginia on Saturday.

12. Kansas State Wildcats (15-15, 8-9 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 10

Kansas State is having a challenging season. The team is coming off two losses, games that showcased a reliance on scoring in the paint. The Wildcats will host Iowa State on Sunday.

11. Kansas Jayhawks (18-11, 8-9 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 12

Kansas has found themselves towards the middle of the conference. The team has shown some recent strength, winning five of their last six games. The Jayhawks will travel to Oklahoma State on Saturday.

10. BYU Cougars (19-10, 8-9 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 11

BYU is aiming for a post-season bid. The team has a couple top performers with notable games like their win over rival Utah. The Cougars will host Colorado on Saturday.

9. Utah Utes (18-11, 9-8 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 9

Utah continues to show resilience in the Big 12. The team has the ability to come back from hefty point deficts and is especially strong in third quarter. The Utes will host Arizona on Saturday.

8. Iowa State Cyclones (21-8, 9-8 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 7

Iowa State is proving competitive in the Big 12. The team recently fell to Oklahoma State but has a strong chance at a tournament bid. The Cyclones will play Kansas State on Sunday.

7. Arizona State Sun Devils (22-8, 9-8 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 8

Arizona State is fighting for a post-season spot. The team has shown strong team chemistry, with the guards contributing significantly. The Sun Devils will travel to Texas Tech on Sunday.

6. Colorado Buffaloes (20-9, 11-6 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 6

Colorado is showing its strengths. The team is experiencing a hot streak, winning eight of their last ten games. The Buffaloes will play BYU on Saturday.

5. Oklahoma State Cowgirls (22-8, 11-6 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 5

Oklahoma State is carrying themsleves well in a solid season. The team has a strong record overall and is especially skilled at three-point shooting. The Cowgirls will host Kansas on Saturday.

4. Texas Tech Lady Raiders (24-6, 11-6 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 2

Texas Tech continues to be a top-tier competitor. The team is dealing with some recent setbacks but is lokking to regain momentum. The Lady Raiders will play Arizona State on Sunday.

3. Baylor Bears (24-6, 13-4 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 3

This has been an impressive season for Baylor. The team recently dominated Kansas State, winning 80-54 and showcasing their talent. The Bears will face TCU on Sunday.

2. West Virginia Mountaineers (23-6, 13-4 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 4

West Virginia is ending the regular season strong. The team is known for its dominant defense, ranking nationally in turnovers and steals. The Mountaineers will host Cincinnati on Sunday.

1. TCU Horned Frogs (26-4, 14-3 Big 12)

Last week's rank: 1

TCU has earned themselves a prime position. The team is dominant overall and is looking to defend its conference title. The Horned Frogs will play Baylor on Sunday.

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