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Dec 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) reacts from the bench during the second half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center.

Houston Cougars Drop in Week 7 AP Poll Despite Perfect Homestand

Michael Carrara

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Oct 22, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson and players speak to media during Big 12 Menís Basketball media day at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Sophia Scheller-Imagn Images

The Big 12 Could Soon Be Doing the Houston Cougars a Major Favor

Maanav Gupta

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Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) reacts after a play during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center.

Where Houston Cougars Rank Among Big 12 Teams Before Conference Play

Kolton Becker

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Houston Cougars guard Mercy Miller (25) warms up before the game against the Towson Tigers at Fertitta Center.

Hip-Hop Legend Issued Warning Ahead of Houston vs New Orleans

DJ Burton

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Dec 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) celebrates with guard Mercy Miller (25) after a play during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center.

2 Key Takeaways From No. 7 Houston Cougars' Win Over New Orleans

Michael Carrara

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Dec 14, 2025

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson looks on from the sideline during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers at Fertitta Center.

Houston Cougars Receive Huge Bench Contribution in Rout of New Orleans

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Dec 14, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Mercy Miller (25) dunks the ball during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 7 Houston's Lopsided Win over New Orleans

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 14, 2025

Dec 13, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson smiles during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cruises Past New Orleans In Weekend Matchup

Ashton Grissom

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Dec 13, 2025

Feb 1, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13), forward Ja'Vier Francis (5), guard L.J. Cryer (4), and guard Emanuel Sharp (21) stand on the court during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Add Special Basketball Uniform For Big 12 Play

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 13, 2025

Dec 5, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars forward Kalifa Sakho (14) attempts to block a shot by Florida State Seminoles forward Shah Muhammad (4) during the first half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars' Forward OUT with Knee Injury vs New Orleans

Carson Wersal

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Dec 13, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) hands off the ball to running back Josh Williams (18) during the first half against the Baylor Bears at NRG Stadium. The Tigers defeat the Bears 44-31. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Open Up as Slight Favorites vs. LSU

Kolton Becker

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Dec 13, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Why Kelvin Sampson Knew Kingston Flemings Was The Right Fit at Houston

Kolton Becker

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Dec 12, 2025

Dec 10, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Isiah Harwell (1) reacts after scoring a basket during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers at Fertitta Center.

2 Key Takeaways From No. 7 Houston Cougars' Win Over Jackson State

Michael Carrara

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Dec 11, 2025

Nov 3, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) drives to the basket during the first half against the Lehigh Mountain Hawks at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

What Makes Emanuel Sharp Unique In Kelvin Sampson’s Eyes?

Kolton Becker

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Dec 11, 2025

Houston Cougars guard Isiah Harwell (1) reacts after scoring a basket during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers at Fertitta Center.

Houston Cougars Freshman Turns in Best Performance of the Season vs. Jackson State

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Dec 11, 2025

Dec 10, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) attempts a free throw after a technical foul during the first half against the Jackson State Tigers at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad, and Ugly from Houston's Decisive Win Over Jackson State

Carson Wersal

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Dec 11, 2025

Nov 21, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Jackson State Tigers head coach Mo Williams congratulates Arkansas Razorbacks players after the game at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 115-61. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Kelvin Sampson Had Nothing But Good Things to Say About Jackson State's Head Coach

Kolton Becker

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Dec 10, 2025

Florida State Seminoles guard Cam Miles looks on as Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings celebrates after scoring a basket during the first half at Toyota Center.

Houston Cougars Freshman Guard Earns Big 12 Honors

Carson Wersal

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Dec 9, 2025

Dec 6, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Florida State Seminoles at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Why Kelvin Sampson Wants More Out of Houston Cougars' Top Freshman

Maanav Gupta

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Dec 9, 2025

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