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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

What the Astros Owner Says About Houston Cougars Basketball

Houston basketball under Kelvin Sampson has gained some special fans in the city over the years.

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Kansas's Bill Self Gives Bold Compliment to Kelvin Sampson

No. 5 Houston Cougars Rank Among Most-Watched Teams in College Basketball

Ranking Houston's 2026 Opponents From Easiest to Hardest

Houston Cougars Reach Historic Unwanted Streak After Loss to Kansas

Kelvin Sampson Reveals Two Notable Injuries for Houston Cougars

Kelvin Sampson Was Seriously Impressed With This Kansas Jayhawks Star

What the Latest ESPN Bracketology Report Says About the Houston Cougars

Houston Baseball Holds On To Defeat Sam Houston State In First Game Of Don Sanders Cup

Kingston Flemings Just Made Houston Cougars History

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

Houston Looks to Move Forward After Sampson Calls Kansas Loss a Life Lesson

Kansas Jayhawks guard Tre White (3) yells out after a play against Houston Cougars during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

3 Takeaways From No. 5 Houston Cougars' Tough Loss at No. 14 Kansas

Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) looks for an open pass against Houston Cougars during the game inside Allen Fieldhouse on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 5 Houston Cougars' Blowout Loss to No. 14 Kansas

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson talks with guard Kingston Flemings (4) while playing against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Set For Visit With Top 2028 Basketball Prospect

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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

Houston Cougars Secure Spot in Final Six for Elite 2027 Wide Receiver

Houston Cougars quarterback Case Keenum (7) smiles after victory against the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Two Houston Legends Included in ESPN's Top 100 QBs of the 2000s

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz on the sidelines coaching against the West Virginia Mountaineers.

Houston Cougars Duo of 2027 Recruiting Class Commits Receive Initial Rankings

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones.

Houston Cougars Big Monday Matchup vs. Iowa State Draws Massive Viewership

Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) looks to pass the ball/

Houston Featured in 'Way Too Early' Top 25 College Football Rankings

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts during the second half.

4 Most Impactful Houston Transfers for the 2026 Football Season Not Named Makhi Hughes

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Son of Former Texans Legend Committed to Houston Cougars

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.

This Houston Cougars Offensive Lineman Is Geared Up For An Incredible 2026 Season

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Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Houston Baseball Drops Opening Series To UTRGV

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) puts on the MVP cowboy hat after the win over Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston QB Conner Weigman Takes the Mound Before Cougars’ 11–3 Win

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Houston Baseball Releases Starting Rotation For UTRGV Series

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Houston Cougars Receive Top-25 Votes in Latest NCBWA Poll

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

How Strong Pitching Has Led the Houston Cougars to a 3-0 Start in Puerto Rico

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Houston Baseball Stays Undefeated In Puerto Rico With Narrow Victory Over Manhattan

Houston coach Todd Whitting walks to the dugout in game one of their Big 12 conference baseball series against Texas Tech, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Rip Griffin Park.

Houston Cougars Baseball Stuns No. 21 Wake Forest in Season Opener

3 Toughest Teams for Houston Cougars Baseball on 2026 Schedule

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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

This Houston Cougars Freshman Will Be One to Watch in 2026

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz hoists the champions trophy after the win over Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Why Keisean Henderson Is The Next Piece To Houston’s Rise In The Big 12 Conference

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz yells out to his team as they play against the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

Houston Cougars Earn First Commitment of 2027 Recruiting Class

Houston Cougars Signee Keisean Henderson poses with his Panini player card.

Houston Cougars Signee Keisean Henderson Inks Massive NIL Deal

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz celebrates with wide receiver Amare Thomas after Thomas scores a touchdown.

Houston Cougars Bring in Local Talent as Late Recruiting Class Addition

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars tight end Tanner Koziol (9) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Tanner Koziol Makes Cut in Top 100 Players of 2025 Season

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz celebrates with wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) after Thomas scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at TDECU Stadium.

Houston Cougars Have a Talented Pair on Final Rivals 300 Rankings

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz yells out to his team as they play against the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 25, 2025.

Houston Cougars Competing With LSU and USC for Four-Star RB

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Houston shortstop Mandy Esman

How to watch, stream Houston softball team in opening round of Big 12 tournament

Former NFL head coach Jon Gruden

Ex-NFL head coach receives gift box full of Houston paraphernalia

ESPN's "College GameDay" crew of, from left, Rece Davis, Andraya Carter, Jay Williams and Seth Greenberg.

ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ pregame show coming to Houston on Feb. 22

The Houston Cougars (5-3) have dropped from No. 4 to No. 17 in the AP Top 25 Poll.

Missouri's stunning upset of Kansas caps brutal week for Big 12 men's basketball

Houston Cougars quarterback Zeon Chriss (2) has attempted just 82 passes this season.

ESPN FPI predicts Baylor Bears vs. Houston Cougars winner

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz yells towards players as they come back to the sidelines during the second quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

What Willie Fritz said after Houston's 27-3 loss to Arizona

Houston Cougars quarterback Zeon Chriss (2) was a perfect 11-of-11 passing in his last game.

Game recap, analysis: Houston's bowl hopes take a hit with bad loss to Arizona

The Houston Cougars have a chance to finish near the top of the Big 12.

Houston at Arizona football prediction, game time, TV channel, how to watch online

H-Town Connection

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Houston football coach Willie Fritz talks about spring practice, start of 2025 season

Houston basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson

What Kelvin Sampson said during his guest appearance on an Oklahoma radio program

Former Houston quarterback Donovan Smith

Can a Houston football player be drafted by an NFL team for the 10th straight year?

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson (left) with forward J'Wan Roberts

Kelvin Sampson on Houston’s completed basketball season: ‘We had a championship year’

Houston point guard Milos Uzan

Houston guard declares for the upcoming NBA Draft

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson (left) and forward Joseph Tugler look on during the Cougars' NCAA Tournament title-game loss to Florida on April 7, 2025.

Several college basketball experts are high on Houston entering 2025-26 season

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson looks on during the Cougars' NCAA Tournament championship game loss to Florida on April 7, 2025.

What Kelvin Sampson said after Houston’s title-game loss: ‘Incomprehensible'

Houston players J'Wan Roberts (13) and Mylik Wilson (8) react after the Cougars pull off a 70-67 win against Duke in the Final Four on April 5, 2025.

Houston falls to Florida: Live score, updates, highlights from 2025 NCAA title game

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Feb 23, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) rebounds as Houston Cougars forward Kalifa Sakho (14) defends during the first half of the game at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

No. 5 Houston Blown Out by No. 14 Kansas in Third Consecutive Loss

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) reacts while playing against the Arizona Wildcats in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

No. 5 Houston's Keys To The Game To Defeat No. 14 Kansas

Mar 3, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) drives with the ball as Kansas Jayhawks guard David Coit (8) defends during the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

No. 5 Houston Cougars vs No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks Live Updates, Box Score

Feb 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) drives to the basket against Utah Utes forward Seydou Traore (0) during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

What No. 5 Houston Needs to Do to Leave Allen Fieldhouse With a Win

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) reacts while playing against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center.

How to Watch No. 5 Houston at No. 14 Kansas

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars center Chris Cenac Jr. (5) reacts while playing against the Arizona Wildcats in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Projected as a 2-Seed in NCAA Tournament Bracket

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

Kelvin Sampson Explains The Biggest Issue for Houston Cougars

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson looks on during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs.

No. 2 Houston Cougars In Need of Bounce Back Game Taking on No. 8 Kansas

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Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) defends Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

What Does SLAM Magazine Say About Houston Cougars Guard Milos Uzan?

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) dribbles against Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) in the first half at Fertitta Center.

2 Takeaways From No. 2 Houston Cougars' Home Loss to No. 4 Arizona Wildcats

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) dribbles past Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 2 Houston Cougars’ Tough Loss to No. 4 Arizona

Feb 21, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) dribbles against Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

No. 4 Arizona Stuns No. 2 Houston For The First Home Loss Of The Season

Mar 15, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) dribbles the ball against Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) during the first half for the Big 12 Conference Tournament Championship game at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

No. 2 Houston Cougars vs No. 4 Arizona Wildcats Live Updates, Box Score

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts during the first half against the BYU Cougars at Marriott Center.

Kelvin Sampson 'Excited' For Current Gauntlet Houston Basketball Is In

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) celebrates guard Milos Uzan (7) three point basket against the Kansas State Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Grace the Cover of SLAM Magazine

Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) defends the shot from Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars’ Two-Way Dominance Has Them in Rare KenPom Company

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Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches play against the Utah Utes.

Houston Cougars Basketball Involved in Recent Partnership with NBA2K

Houston Cougars men's basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts.

ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi Releases No. 1-Seed Projections

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium.

Three Areas the Houston Cougars Football Team Can’t Afford To Take Step Back In

Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Kelvin Sampson Explains What Went Wrong At the End Against Iowa State

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars quarterback Conner Weigman (1) runs the ball during the second half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium.

Here's What the Houston Cougars' Offensive Depth Chart Could Look Like in 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) grabs a defensive rebound against the Kansas State Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center.

How to Watch No. 4 Arizona Wildcats vs. No. 2 Houston Cougars

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones.

Houston Cougars Drop in Recent Bracketology Prediction

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

Houston's Updated Odds to Win NCAA Tournament After Loss to Iowa State

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Mar 15, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) goes to the basket against Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) during the first half for the Big 12 Conference Tournament Championship game at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

No. 2 Houston Set To Face No. 4 Arizona In Top-5 Battle

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

Kelvin Sampson "Not Making Excuses" Following Iowa State Loss

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson smiles during the first half against the New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center.

Houston Cougars Part of Elite Teams to Earn Special NBA 2K26 Honor

Oct 25, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Bold Prediction Has Houston Cougars Pulling Off a Major Upset in Big 12 Opener

Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) reacts to a call by the officials in their game with the Iowa State Cyclones during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 2 Houston Cougars’ Loss vs No. 6 Iowa State

Feb 16, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Houston Cougars forward Kalifa Sakho (14) and Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) battle for a rebound against the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

2 Key Takeaways From No. 2 Houston Cougars' Tough Loss at No. 6 Iowa State

Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) goes for a layup around Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) during the first half in the3 Big-12 men’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

No. 2 Houston Basketball Falls To No. 6 Iowa State In Late-Game Battle

Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) looks for a drive around Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (25)during the first half in the Big-12 conference showdown of an NCAA college basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Ames, Iowa.

No. 2 Houston Cougars vs No. 6 Iowa State Cyclones Live Updates, Box Score

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Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches play against the Utah Utes during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center.

Kelvin Sampson Delivers Fiery Statement About NIL Landscape

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Nate Johnson (34) is guarded by Houston Cougars forward Joseph Tugler (11) and guard Milos Uzan (7) in the second half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Further Rise in This Week’s AP Poll

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

UCLA Coach Mick Cronin Made Hilarious Gesture to Kelvin Sampson After Viral NIL Quote

Dec 27, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars wide receiver Amare Thomas (0) reacts during the first half against the Louisiana State Tigers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Houston Cougars Post-Transfer Portal 2026 Depth Chart Review: Wide Receivers

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson watches play against the Utah Utes.

No. 3 Houston Cougars Gear Up for Heavyweight Bout vs. No. 5 Iowa State

Feb 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Houston Cougars forward Kalifa Sakho (14) reacts during the second half against the BYU Cougars at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

Kelvin Sampson Is Blown Away By This Senior Leader

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) celebrates guard Milos Uzan (7) three point basket against the Kansas State Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center.

2 Takeaways From No. 3 Houston Cougars' Win Over Kansas State

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) celebrates guard Milos Uzan (7) three point basket against the Kansas State Wildcats in the first half at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Good, Bad and Ugly of No. 3 Houston Cougars’ Win Over Kansas State

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