1. Kentucky Wildcats
- First Season: 1902
- Record: 2385-751-1
- Winning percentage: 76%
The Kentucky Wildcats are the most successful team in NCAA Division I men's basketball history, having won championships with five coaches.
Their story is a colorful tapestry of players, coaches, and experiences that will never be forgotten, gaining the #1 spot after the Kansas basketball ruling in October 2023.
The winning tradition was started by Adolph Rupp and carried on by coaches like Joe B. Hall, Rick Pitino, Tubby Smith, and John Calipari.