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Texas Longhorns guard Chendall Weaver (2) looks on during a practice session ahead of the west regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center.

Houston Adds Former Texas Longhorns Guard From Transfer Portal

Zach Dimmitt

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5 Hours Ago

Countdown to Men’s College Basketball: 100 Things to Know About the 2026 Season

Kevin Sweeney

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Jul 24, 2026

Florida Rebels Oneal Delancy (5) moves towards the basket as Drive Nation Rylan Austin (2) defends during the Florida Rebels and Drive Nation 17U championship game at the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The Florida Rebels defeated Drive Nation 71-60.

Houston Basketball Lands Huge Commitment from Four-Star Combo Guard

Maanav Gupta

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Jul 23, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson applauds a play against Kansas Jayhawks during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

Willie Fritz Says Houston Football Has Kelvin Sampson Blueprint

Daniel Contreras

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Jul 9, 2026

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Feb 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson talks to guard Emanuel Sharp (21) in the first half against the UCF Knights at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Kelvin Sampson Reflects on Emanuel Sharp's Special Journey From Houston to the NBA

Maanav Gupta

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Jul 1, 2026

Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts 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

What Kelvin Sampson Said About Houston Cougars' NBA Draft Record

Maanav Gupta

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Jun 29, 2026

Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) reacts in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center.

3 Houston Players Who Could Get Selected in 2027 NBA Draft

Maanav Gupta

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Jun 28, 2026

Houston head men's coach Kelvin Sampson reacts 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.

How Houston Basketball Solved Its Interior Scoring Problem

Ashton Grissom

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Jun 27, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the eighth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Houston guard Kingston Flemings after he was selected by the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The 3 Houston Players Selected in 2026 NBA Draft and Where They're Headed

Maanav Gupta

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Jun 27, 2026

Iowa State Part of Big 12 History During 2026 NBA Draft

Kenneth Teape

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Jun 26, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Houston Mallette (95) celebrates after a play against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bulls Reportedly Sign Two More Sharpshooters Out of Undrafted Free Agency

Elias Schuster

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Jun 25, 2026

Richie Saunders (left) is headed to the Grizzlies and AJ Dybantsa (right) to the Wizards as part of a huge NBA draft for the Big 12.

The Big 12’s NBA Draft Dominance Proves Its Commitment to Basketball Excellence is Paying Off

Patrick Andres

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Jun 25, 2026

Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan brings the ball up court during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at T-Mobile Center.

Houston's Point Guard Depth After Milos Uzan Signs With Boston Celtics

Maanav Gupta

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Jun 25, 2026

NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the eighth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Houston guard Kingston Flemings after he was selected by the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center.

Houston Cougars Make Program History During 2026 NBA Draft

Maanav Gupta

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Jun 25, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) dribbles the ball during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Houston's Backcourt After Emanuel Sharp Selected in 2nd Round of NBA Draft

Ashton Grissom

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Jun 24, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) drives to the basket as Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) defends during the first half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

The Magic Need To Trade Up For These 2026 NBA Draft Prospects

Ryan Kaminski

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Jun 24, 2026

Iowa State Part of Historic 2026 NBA Draft First Round for Big 12

Kenneth Teape

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Jun 24, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) reacts after scoring a basket during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

5 realistic NBA Draft prospects the Magic could steal at No. 46

Matt Hanifan

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Jun 24, 2026

Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) dunks the ball as Auburn Tigers take on the Houston Cougars at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Ala. on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Houston Cougars defeated Auburn Tigers 73-72.

Houston Cougars Roster After Chris Cenac Jr Selected No. 27 Overall in 2026 NBA Draft

Ashton Grissom

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Jun 23, 2026

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