College basketball is one of the ultimate team sports. A single player cannot defend the opposing five, nor can that player win games on their own for a prolonged period of time. As a result, Duke's deep bench will make or break this season.

It's led to some must-see games at a time when big programs typically beat up on smaller schools in buy games. Two of college basketball's top programs will meet Friday night at McKale Center in one of the most anticipated games of the nonconference season.

Here's a look at the latest college basketball rankings, along with where Duke and North Carolina fit into the mix among the top 25 teams.