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Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center

Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson did not mince his words about his feeling toward Texas and Texas A&M

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center

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Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson did not mince his words about his feeling toward Texas and Texas A&M

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Houston sees long-term potential in redshirting big man Djafar Silimana

Nov 26, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) shoots the ball against Notre Dame Fighting Irish forward Kebba Njie (14) in the 2025 Players Era Festival at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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UH basketball will be playing a part in the new look Player's Era Tournament in 2026, as the Cougars look to win this event for the first time.

Dec 20, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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A poll for an early Top 25 in college basketball was recently released and the Cougars made it on there.

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson shouts from the sidelines during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Houston Cougars already have a couple of games set for next season's non-conference schedule that are unique.

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Kelvin Sampson has landed a talented four-star point guard recruit, who already had a connection to the program.

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson sounded off on NBA teams' concerns over Jamal Shead back in his draft year. Those concerns don't seem applicable at all anymore.

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) reacts while playing against the Baylor Bears in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Former Houston Cougar star Jamal Shead, now an important NBA player for the Toronto Raptors, gave special praise to Kingston Flemings.

Mar 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars center Cedric Lath (8) and Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) high five during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars basketball looks to be a popular brand at the NBA Combine this year, with four players from Kelvin Sampson's group invited.

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Latrell McCutchin Sr. (1) recovers the onside kick during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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These are three of the most thrilling areas to look forward to for the Cougars

Houston's Emanuel Sharp (21) and Kingston Flemings celebrate during a second-round game in the NCAA men's basketball tournament between Houston Cougars and Texas A&M Aggies at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Saturday March 21, 2026.

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Houston Cougars basketball still had some great plays and moments during their past season.

Mar 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson answers questions during a press conference prior to the practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Houston basketball returned a huge piece from last year’s team for the upcoming season on Tuesday.

Houston Cougars men's basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts during the second half against Iowa State in the Big-12 men’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

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One of the recent additions for the Cougars brings multiple skills to the program.

Mar 24, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Houston Cougars guard Jamal Shead (1) talks with head coach Kelvin Sampson in the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson reached out to his former star player in Jamal Shead after his incredible moment in the NBA Playoffs.

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson claps his hand while the Cougars play against the Baylor Bears in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson shares his overview of new transfer point guard Dedan Thomas Jr.

Houston head men's coach Kelvin Sampson talks to the team in the huddle during a second-round game in the NCAA men's basketball tournament between Houston Cougars and Texas A&M Aggies at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Saturday March 21, 2026.

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Braden East will bring a ton of help to the Houston program with this defense and elite rebounding.

Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars players during a practice session ahead of the south regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston is getting closer to having to figure out who will be in the starting five rotation.

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson claps his hand while the Cougars play against the Baylor Bears in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars basketball added another freshman to the roster who is more than grateful for the dream opportunity.

Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings speaks during a practice session press conference ahead of the south regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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Houston’s freshman guard spoke to the media one final time as he declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, delivering several powerful statements about the University of Houston.

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson speaks during a press conference for the first round of the NCAA basketball tournament at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

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From Jarace Walker, to now Kingston Flemings, how has Kelvin Sampson embraced each one-and-done talent that has come through his doors?

Mar 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) reacts while playing against the Baylor Bears in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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With the announcement of Kingston Flemings declaring for the NBA Draft, there is many reasons why he could be a high pick.

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) drives to the hoop past Texas A&M Aggies guard Ali Dibba (6) during the second half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Houston Cougars point guard Kingston Flemings has made the announcement on his highly anticipated future.

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) reacts after the game in a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Kelvin Sampson has a solid roster starting to look complete and ready to go.

Nov 7, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons guard Corey Hadnot II (10) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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The Houston Cougars added one of the best transfer guards available and boosted their back court depth with Corey Hadnot II who is thrilled to join the program.

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) dribbles the ball against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston's star freshman point guard in Kingston Flemings still hasn't made his decision public on going in the NBA Draft, but the announcement is just around the corner.