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Auburn jumps Gonzaga, claims No. 1 ranking for first time in program history

Finally, Auburn is on top of the men's college basketball world.

Bruce Pearl’s Tigers jumped past Gonzaga to claim the No. 1 ranking in The Associated Press’ Top 25 poll on Monday, which marked the first time in history Auburn has held the top ranking in the country.

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For the first time in program history, your Tigers are ranked No. 1 in the @AP_Top25!#WarEagle pic.twitter.com/knw6Cgttiw

“The No. 1 ranking matters because it’s historical. I’m very happy for Auburn,” Pearl said, via The Associated Press.