8legs: Associated press top 25

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SMU head coach previews Miami, Canes ranked in top 25, plus other Miami basketball notes

Miami is ranked No. 22 in the AP Top 25 for the first time this season after a 2-0 week.
Miami has won six of its last seven games and aims to strengthen its NCAA tournament resume.
Defensive improvement is led by Tru Washington, who has 12 steals in the last three games.
Ernest Udeh Jr. has peak rim protection and the ability to switch, raising defensive reliability.
The Hurricanes remain in position to secure a double bye in the ACC tournament with strong finish.
Miami faces critical Quad 1/2 opportunities this week against SMU and Louisville that could lift its seed.
Raj Redington analysts project varying seed lines between eight and seven for Miami in brackets.
Coach Jai Lucas emphasizes adaptability if SMU guard B.J. Edwards is unavailable.
Miami’s NET and KenPom metrics show climbing momentum ahead of Selection Sunday.
The team is positioned to influence NCAA seeding through late-season wins and potential ACC tournament run.
The article notes Miami’s ACC standings and the potential implications of Clemson and North Carolina outcomes.

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