February 21, 1961 AP Poll
| Rank | Team |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio State |
| 2 | St. Bonaventure |
| 3 | Cincinnati |
| 4 | Bradley |
| 5 | Iowa |
| 6 | Duke |
| 7 | North Carolina |
| 8 | Kansas State |
| 9 | West Virginia |
| 10 | USC |