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Unique Position

Washington State finds itself in a unique position.

For the first time this season, the eighth-ranked Cougars try to bounce back from a loss when they host struggling Oregon State on Thursday night in a Pac-10 matchup.

Tigers Take on Owls

Memphis has had little trouble in beginning its run toward a third straight Conference USA title.

One of three undefeated Division I teams, the second-ranked Tigers look to secure the best start to a season by a league member when they visit lowly Rice on Wednesday night.

Gators Hit The Road

Mississippi bounced back quickly from its first loss of the season, but it faces a big challenge Wednesday when the No. 18 Rebels host two-time defending NCAA tournament champion Florida, which is eyeing a return to the rankings.

Florida (15-2, 2-0 SEC East) spent only one week in the top 25, falling out after a 65-51 loss to Florida State on Nov. 23. The Gators have since won 10 of 11, with their only loss coming at Ohio State on Dec. 22.

ACC Clash at FSU

Duke got its ACC schedule started on a high note, but if recent history is any indication, keeping that momentum going against Florida State won't be easy.

The seventh-ranked Blue Devils will be trying to beat the Seminoles for the first time in three meetings on Wednesday when the teams meet in Tallahassee, Fla.

Big Ten Clash

After having one of the best games of his career, Wisconsin leading scorer Trevon Hughes hopes he has shaken off the remnants of his recent slump.

Hughes and the No. 17 Badgers look for their eighth straight win Tuesday when they visit Penn State.