In this week’s new boys basketball State TOP 25, it’s regional playoff time as we further break down the Open Division and D1 brackets. D1 is stronger than normal since there are only five teams in both the North and South open brackets, but some of the seeds are a bit perplexing. St. John Bosco is still No. 2 behind top-ranked Centennial after the thrilling CIF Southern Section Open Division final that Centennial won at the buzzer. Which teams are the best bet to prevent a Corona Centennial vs. Modesto Christian CIF open rematch?
(Previous rating in parentheses; through games of Saturday, Feb. 25)
(This is the 43rd consecutive season that CalHiSports.com is presenting state rankings in boys basketball)
Contributing: Editor Mark Tennis
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