For the second week in a row, the No. 1 team in women’s college basketball took a significant hit.

Two weeks ago, UCLA suffered its first loss of the season, falling to rival USC. On Sunday, Notre Dame, which had replaced the Bruins atop the Associated Press rankings, lost a double-overtime thriller to NC State, which snapped the Irish’s 19-game winning streak.

This week, Texas takes the top spot, making the Longhorns the fourth team to carry that mantle this season. This matches the most different No. 1s in a season since the women’s AP poll began in 1976-77. It has happened five previous times: 1987-88 (Iowa, Tennessee, Texas, Auburn), 2003-04 (UConn, Duke, Tennessee, Texas), 2004-05 (LSU, Duke, Tennessee, Stanford), 2019-20 (South Carolina, Oregon, UConn, Stanford) and 2020-21 (Stanford, UConn, Louisville, and South Carolina).

What does it all mean for the AP Top 25? Let’s break down the new rankings.

New This Week: Florida State, Louisville

Out: Georgia Tech, Illinois

Stats courtesy of ESPN Research and The Associated Press.

All times Eastern

Texas Takes the Top Spot

Texas is No. 1 for the first time since Feb. 16, 2004, the second of back-to-back weeks at No. 1. Before that, the Longhorns hadn’t been No. 1 in more than 16 years.

What’s next: Monday at Georgia, 7 p.m., SECN

UCLA Bounces Back

UCLA, now ranked No. 2, has shown resilience since its first loss of the season. Two of the Bruins’ three wins since then have come by single digits, including Sunday’s 67-65 squeaker at Iowa. Prior to that, UCLA had won 22 straight by at least 10 points.

What’s next: Wednesday at Wisconsin, 8 p.m., Peacock

Notre Dame’s Historic Loss

Notre Dame, now ranked No. 3, allowed 104 points in Sunday’s loss to NC State, the most allowed by an AP No. 1 team over the last 25 seasons. This loss highlights the unpredictability of the season and the depth of talent across the country.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 24 Florida State, 8 p.m., ACCN

USC’s Dominance Continues

USC, now ranked No. 4, posted its eighth win over a ranked opponent by beating Illinois on Sunday. This victory underscores the Trojans’ consistent performance and their ability to compete against top-ranked teams.

What’s next: Saturday at No. 2 UCLA, 9 p.m., Fox

UConn’s Star Player Shines

UConn, now ranked No. 5, continues to be a powerhouse in women’s college basketball. In Saturday’s win at Butler, Paige Bueckers had 23 points and 10 assists. It was her third career game with at least 20 points and 10 assists, most by a UConn player in the last 25 seasons.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 22 Creighton, 7 p.m., CBSSN

South Carolina’s Dominance in the Paint

South Carolina, now ranked No. 6, outscored Vanderbilt 48-16 in the paint in Sunday’s win. The Gamecocks entered the day fourth in Division I with 41.5 paint points per game, showcasing their strength in the paint and their ability to dominate inside.

What’s next: Thursday at Ole Miss, 9 p.m.

LSU’s Comeback Win

LSU, now ranked No. 7, rallied from a 16-point deficit to beat Kentucky on Sunday. It was the Tigers’ largest comeback win under Kim Mulkey and their third comeback of 15 or more points this season, tied for the most in Division I.

What’s next: Thursday at No. 20 Alabama, 9 p.m.

North Carolina’s Road Success

North Carolina, now ranked No. 9, improved to 9-0 in true road games this season and is the only Division I team without a road loss. This consistency on the road is a testament to their resilience and adaptability.

What’s next: Thursday at No. 16 Duke, 7 p.m., ESPN

NC State’s Historic Win

NC State, now ranked No. 10, has a storied history of upsetting top-ranked teams. Sunday’s win over Notre Dame was the Wolfpack’s fifth all-time win against the AP No. 1 team. Three of those have come over the last five seasons, the most in Division I.

What’s next: Thursday vs. Wake Forest, 7 p.m., ACCX

TCU Sets School Records

TCU, now ranked No. 11, set school records in overall wins, home wins, and Big 12 wins with Sunday’s 71-50 win over West Virginia. This victory highlights the Horned Frogs’ impressive season and their ability to dominate against ranked opponents.

What’s next: Wednesday vs. Houston, 7:30 p.m., ESPN+

Tennessee’s Third-Quarter Surge

Tennessee, now ranked No. 12, outscored Florida 37-20 in the third quarter of Sunday’s win. It was the most points in a quarter by an SEC team in conference play this season, showcasing the Lady Vols’ ability to make a comeback and dominate in crucial moments.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 15 Kentucky, 7 p.m., SECN

Ohio State’s Dominant Performance

Ohio State, now ranked No. 13, routed Purdue 52 points on Sunday, their largest margin of victory against a Big Ten opponent since a 54-point win Jan. 8, 2015, at Indiana. This performance highlights the Buckeyes’ dominance and their ability to control the game from start to finish.

What’s next: Wednesday vs. No. 23 Michigan State, 7 p.m., B1G+

Oklahoma’s Historic Performance

Oklahoma, now ranked No. 14, had a historic performance with Raegan Beers becoming the first Sooner to reach 30 points in back-to-back games since Courtney Paris did it in 2007. This performance highlights the Sooners’ offensive prowess and their ability to dominate on the court.

What’s next: Thursday at Florida, 7 p.m., SECN+

Kansas State’s Assists Record

Kansas State, now ranked No. 15, set a school record with Serena Sundell’s 15 assists against Kansas. Sundell became the third player in program history to reach the 200 mark in a season, showcasing the Wildcats’ teamwork and offensive strategy.

What’s next: Monday vs. No. 17 Baylor, 7 p.m., ESPN2

Kentucky’s Third-Quarter Struggle

Kentucky, now ranked No. 16, was outscored 23-6 in the third quarter of Sunday’s loss to LSU as the Wildcats squandered a 16-point lead. This loss highlights the importance of maintaining momentum and focus throughout the game.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 11 Tennessee, 7 p.m., SECN

Duke’s Defensive Mastery

Duke, now ranked No. 17, held Syracuse to 49 points in Sunday’s win. It was the Blue Devils’ eighth game in ACC play holding its opponent under 50. No other ACC team has more than three such games this season, showcasing Duke’s defensive prowess and their ability to control the game on both ends of the court.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 8 North Carolina, 7 p.m., ESPN

Baylor’s Winning Streak

Baylor, now ranked No. 18, has won eight in a row after losing back-to-back games to top-10 teams UCLA and TCU. This winning streak highlights the Bears’ resilience and their ability to bounce back from losses.

What’s next: Monday at No. 14 Kansas State, 7 p.m., ESPN2

West Virginia’s Season-Low Shooting

West Virginia, now ranked No. 19, shot a season-low 31% in Sunday’s 71-50 defeat at TCU, their biggest loss of the season. This performance highlights the challenges faced by the Mountaineers and their need to improve their shooting accuracy.

What’s next: Wednesday vs. Utah, 7 p.m., ESPN+

Maryland’s Offensive Balance

Maryland, now ranked No. 20, showcased their offensive balance in Thursday’s 85-79 win at Northwestern. Despite being outshot from the field, the Terps had nine 3-pointers to the Wildcats’ one, highlighting their ability to score from various positions on the court.

What’s next: Thursday at Indiana, 7 p.m., Peacock

Alabama’s Historic 3-Pointers

Alabama, now ranked No. 21, had Aaliyah Nye score six 3-pointers in Sunday’s win over Auburn, bringing her career total in three seasons at Alabama to 278 and snapping a tie with Betsy Harris for most in program history. This performance highlights the Crimson Tide’s offensive firepower and their ability to dominate from beyond the arc.

What’s next: Thursday vs. No. 7 LSU, 9 p.m.

Oklahoma State’s First-Half Dominance

Oklahoma State, now ranked No. 22, shot 53% from the field, including 4-for-9 from 3-point range, in the first half of Saturday’s win over Colorado. This performance highlights the Cowboys’ offensive efficiency and their ability to dominate in the early stages of the game.

What’s next: Wednesday vs. Cincinnati, 7:30 p.m., ESPN+

Creighton’s Big East Lead

Creighton, now ranked No. 23, has won seven in a row since losing to UConn on Jan. 25. The rematch is set for Thursday with the Bluejays one game behind the Huskies for the Big East lead. This performance highlights Creighton’s resilience and their ability to compete against top-ranked teams.

What’s next: Thursday at No. 5 UConn, 7 p.m., CBSSN

Michigan State’s Western Swing

Michigan State, now ranked No. 24, bounced back from an 0-2 Western swing against UCLA and USC to beat Indiana on Sunday. This performance highlights the Spartans’ resilience and their ability to bounce back from losses.

What’s next: Wednesday at No. 12 Ohio State, 7 p.m., B1G+

Florida State’s 30-Point Scorers

Florida State, now ranked No. 25, had Sydney Bowles score 32 points in Sunday’s win at Georgia Tech, becoming the fourth Florida State player to have a 30-point game this season. Four different 30-point scorers in a season is tied for the most by a Division I team over the last 25 seasons, highlighting the Seminoles’ offensive firepower and their ability to dominate on the court.

What’s next: Thursday at No. 3 Notre Dame, 8 p.m., ACCN

Louisville’s Home Dominance

Louisville, now ranked No. 26, handed Duke its first home loss of the season Thursday. The Cardinals are 7-1 in their last eight games against Duke, including three straight wins with the Blue Devils in the Top 25. This performance highlights Louisville’s home dominance and their ability to compete against top-ranked teams.

What’s next: Thursday vs. Clemson, 6 p.m., ACCN