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Mar 7, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Houston Cougars forward Chase McCarty (24) shoots the ball during the second half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

Kelvin Sampson Clearly Defines Chase McCarty's Role in 2026-27

Michael Carrara

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Apr 9, 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

Houston Cougars Get Fantastic News on Joseph Tugler, Multiple Other Key Players

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 9, 2026

Houston's Chris Cenac Jr. cheers during a second-round game in the NCAA men's basketball tournament

Houston Just Suffered Its First Major Loss to the NBA Draft

Matt Galatzan

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Apr 9, 2026

Boise State Broncos guard Julian Bowie.

Boise State bringing back reserve guard with ties to former five-star prospect Isiah Harwell

Bob Lundeberg

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Apr 9, 2026

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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.

Houston Lands Visit With Transfer Portal Guard

JD Andress

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Apr 9, 2026

Jan 23, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) looks for a shot against Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Post NCAA Tournament Mock Draft: Bucks' Giannis Traded After Miami Heat Win Lottery

Alex Golden

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Apr 8, 2026

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen.

Houston Cougars Receive Surprisingly Low Final Ranking by Top Basketball Analyst

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Apr 8, 2026

Oct 18, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; A detail view of Houston Cougars helmets on the sideline during the game against the Arizona Wildcats at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Announce New Campaign to Grow Brand

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 8, 2026

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

2 Transfer Targets Who Could Make a Major Difference for Houston Cougars

Kolton Becker

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Apr 8, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; The Houston Cougars react after defeating 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

Houston Cougars Basketball Final AP Poll Ranking

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) and Houston Cougars forward Chase McCarty (24) react 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.

Where Houston Cougars Land in Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings

Michael Carrara

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Apr 7, 2026

Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center.

Houston Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures & Updated Roster

Ylver Deleon-Rios

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Apr 20, 2026

Michigan guard Elliot Cadeau will be key for the Wolverines to defend their title next season.

Men’s College Basketball Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings: Post 2026 Title Game

Kevin Sweeney

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Apr 6, 2026

Houston Cougars center Jacob McFarland (13) smiles on the bench before the game against the Towson Tigers at Fertitta Center.

Houston Cougars Lose Another Player to the Transfer Portal

JD Andress

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Apr 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars defensive back Zelmar Vedder (21) reacts to his defensive play against the Texas Tech Raiders in the first half at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

3 Houston Football Players Who Starred at Pro Day Besides Tanner Koziol

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 6, 2026

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) and Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13) celebrate defeating the Duke Blue Devils in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

One Year Ago: Houston's Historic Final Four Comeback Over Duke

Maanav Gupta

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Apr 6, 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) drives against Utah Utes forward Seydou Traore (0) during the first half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Full Two-Round NBA Mock Draft: Pacers Trade for Additional Pick, Land Potential Franchise Superstar

Alex Golden

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Apr 5, 2026

Villanova’s Kris Jenkins hits the game-winning shot of the 2016 NCAA tournament national championship game.

Ranking Every Men’s College Basketball National Championship Game of the Past 25 Years

Zach Koons

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Apr 5, 2026

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

A Look at The Most Critical Moment in Houston Basketball History

Ashton Grissom

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Apr 5, 2026

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