The playoffs are weeks away, but a lack of movement among the top five teams in Minnesota is a sign.

Meanwhile, in Class 4A, a new No. 1 emerges after weeks of back and forth.

High school state tournaments are known for making legends. These seniors are looking to create legacies of their own before continuing their careers at the college level.

Two teams, Tartan and Wayzata, have been playing a game of tug-of-war for the No. 1 ranking in the state.

The Benson Braves, making their first appearance in the polls this season, are one of four undefeated teams in Class 1A. The other three teams hold the top three spots in the poll.

Maple Grove boys basketball has ability to move up the state rankings with junior guard Baboucarr Ann, who is coming off a 47-point performance in a win against Eden Prairie, the highest scoring game in Maple Grove history.

In Class 3A, the No. 1-ranked position has switched between Richfield and Totino-Grace.

Following Wayzata’s loss to Maple Grove, another team had the chance to claim the top spot in the statewide rankings.

Check out which Minnesota programs are on the rise: Several teams make their debut in the first Strib Varsity ranking of 2026.

Gophers recruit Cedric Tomes scored a career-high and school-record 50 points for the Raptors at Totino-Grace, the latest stop on the Strictly x Strib Varsity Tour.