After landing a conference-record 12 NCAA Tournament bids a season ago, Big Ten women’s basketball is off and running with plenty of early fireworks.

High-profile matchups, emphatic performances and more have highlighted the first few weeks of action. Some teams are easing into things. Others are playing early gauntlets to build mental toughness

With that, here is the USA TODAY Sports Network’s second Big Ten women’s basketball power rankings of the 2025-26 season. Records are reflective of games through Nov. 21.

1. UCLA (5-0)

Previously: No. 1

What to know : The Bruins are off and running with neutral-site wins over Oklahoma, North Carolina and South Florida.

2. Michigan (4-1)

Previously: No. 3

What to know: After a riveting win over Notre Dame, Michigan nearly toppled UConn i

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