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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

What Djafar Silimana Brings To Houston Cougars Basketball

Kolton Becker

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Apr 29, 2026

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

Kelvin Sampson’s Text to Jamal Shead After His Viral Play in NBA Playoffs

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 29, 2026

Trey McKenney, Elliott Cadeau and Michigan should once again be among college basketball’s elite after winning the 2026 national championship.

Men’s College Hoops Way-Too-Early Top 25: Projected Starting Lineups After Portal Chaos

Kevin Sweeney

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Apr 27, 2026

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

Kelvin Sampson's Initial Thoughts on Point Guard Dedan Thomas Jr.

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 27, 2026

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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.

What Braden East Brings to the Houston Cougars

Kolton Becker

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) dribbles the ball during the first half of the game against the Arizona Wildcats at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Indiana Pacers Mock Draft: Franchise History Made... While NBA Champion Makes Big Deal

Alex Golden

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Apr 28, 2026

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

Projecting The New Starting 5 For Houston Cougars Basketball

Kolton Becker

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Apr 24, 2026

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

Houston's Latest Commit Picked the Cougars For a Very Specific Reason

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 24, 2026

Michigan will be replacing star Yaxel Lendeborg next season.

Who’s Next?: The Names Who Could Replace College Basketball’s Biggest Stars Next Season

Mike McDaniel

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Apr 23, 2026

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

Why Kingston Flemings Is Forever Grateful For the University of Houston

Ashton Grissom

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Apr 24, 2026

Louisville aimed high in landing top players Flory Bidunga (#40) and Jackson Shelstad in the transfer portal.

Ranking the Top 10 Transfer Portal Classes in Men’s College Basketball

Tim Capurso

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Apr 22, 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Paris Melvin Jr. Impresses at Houston Cougars Spring Game

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 21, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant stands on the court following the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Grizzlies 2026 Mock Draft: Morant Trade Shakes Up the NBA

Adel Burton

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Apr 21, 2026

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.

Kelvin Sampson Takes a Very Clear Stance on One-and-Done Stars

Michael Carrara

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Apr 20, 2026

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

Kelvin Sampson Believes Kingston Flemings Will Be Drafted Higher Than People Think

Kolton Becker

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Apr 20, 2026

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

Kingston Flemings Makes His NBA Draft Decision Official

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 19, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) with the ball as Texas Christian University Horned Frogs forward Xavier Edmonds (24) defends in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Full Two-Round NBA Mock Draft as Playoffs Open: Pacers Lose Top-Four Pick but Get Into Round One

Alex Golden

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Apr 18, 2026

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

Here’s What Houston’s Roster Is Starting To Look Like for 2026-27 Season

Kolton Becker

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Apr 19, 2026

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

Why Houston Transfer Guard Corey Hadnot II is Pumped To Be a Cougar

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 18, 2026

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