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Houston will indeed be taking on the defending national champions prior to the season.

Houston Cougars Basketball Set to Face Michigan in Massive Exhibition Game

The Cougars will be playing in some special conference matchups for the entire country to see.

Houston Basketball Set to Be Featured in Two Big Monday Showdowns on National TV

Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs are three weeks away from Kraziness in the Kennel and seven weeks from the season opener against Purdue in Las Vegas, and stil

Gonzaga is counting on a breakout sophomore season from Isiah Harwell

The Cougars added yet another four-star recruit to their impressive 2027 class.

Houston Basketball Now Has No. 1 2027 Recruiting Class After Latest Four-Star Commit

Home games against USC and Vanderbilt and a trip to South Lake Tahoe to face Houston highlight the Cal men’s basketball non-conference schedule, revealed by the

Cal Confirms Non-Conference Games vs. USC, Vanderbilt and Houston

The Cougars just landed one of the best point guards in the class of 2027.

Houston Basketball Earns Commitment From Elite Four-Star Point Guard

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Court Halts College Eligibility Ruling

Federal appeals court temporarily pauses order that would have granted extra year of eligibility (AP)

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Houston Star Joseph Tugler is Changing Positions

The Cougars' head coach made a big decision regarding Jojo Tugler.

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Houston Adds Former Texas Longhorns Guard From Transfer Portal

The Houston Cougars are making an interesting addition to the roster out of the transfer portal.

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How the NCAA's 2022 Eligibility Ruling Could Affect Houston

It's possible that a name or two from last season could wind up returning to the Cougars in the latest shocking development.

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Houston Basketball Lands Huge Commitment from Four-Star Combo Guard

The Cougars get their first commitment for the 2027 class, and it is a great pickup.

Houston's head coach continues to share his former star guard's story.

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

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reflected on the achievement of his program.

What Kelvin Sampson Said About Houston Cougars' NBA Draft Record

The Houstonn Cougars could continue their presence in the draft next year as well.

3 Houston Players Who Could Get Selected in 2027 NBA Draft

Houston basketball finished well short of reaching back-to-back National Championships last season after suffering a 65-55 loss to Illinois in the Sweet 16. Arg

How Houston Basketball Solved Its Interior Scoring Problem

These three Cougars were taken in the draft and are each headed to different parts of the country.

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

The Houston Cougars will have an entirely new point guard situation for the upcoming season.

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

The Cougars accomplished a new feat in the draft this year.

Houston Cougars Make Program History During 2026 NBA Draft

The Houston Cougars' roster looks a lot different with now three players selected in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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

🔴 Emanuel Sharp goes No. 45 📝 Pro comp: Eddie House 🎥 Watch him earn All-Big 12 honors

Kings Draft Houston Guard

Kings Draft Houston Star Emanuel Sharp

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The 2026-27 college basketball season is over four months away, but the Gonzaga Bulldogs are already getting the fans hyped by posting first looks at the team's

Gonzaga shares first workout footage of Isiah Harwell, Massamba Diop

The 2026 NBA Draft took place on Tuesday, June 23 at 7 p.m., and 30 athletes had the opportunity to fulfill their dreams of playing at the highest level. Two Ho

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

Cenac operated as a key frontcourt piece for the Cougars 🎥

Celtics Draft Chris Cenac Jr. 🌟

📏 Chris Cenac Jr. goes No. 27 📝 Pro comp: Bobby Portis 🎥 Watch Houston star's highlights

Celtics Draft Houston PF ☘️

The Houston Cougars' star point guard was one of the top names taken in this year's draft.

Houston's New Best Player After Kingston Flemings Selected No. 8 Overall in NBA Draft

💯 Kingston Flemings goes No. 8 📝 Pro comp: De'Aaron Fox 🎥 See why he was 2nd-team All-American

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Hawks fortified their backcourt with Houston standout 🎥

Kingston Flemings Goes at No. 8 ♨️

This is going to be a special draft night for the Houston Cougars.

Houston Cougars 2026 NBA Draft Preview and Draft History

The Houston Cougars will be a big name in this year's NBA Draft.

Where Houston's NBA Draft Prospects Are Currently Projected

UH basketball is set for a Big 12 powerhouse schedule next season.

Houston Cougars Unveil Big 12 Basketball Opponents for 2026-27

The gang is (almost) all here. With summer workouts getting underway in less than a month, the Gonzaga Bulldogs are beginning to file into Spokane to get settle

Gonzaga transfer Isiah Harwell officially arrives in Spokane ahead of 2026-27 season

Houston point guard Kingston Flemings is one of the most talked about NBA Draft prospects, and that's for a reason.

Why Kingston Flemings Has the Makings of a Special NBA Player

Houston basketball coach Kelvin Sampson coaches his players in many different aspects of life.

Kelvin Sampson Becomes A Different Kind of Coach To His NBA Players

Draft week is here. See ESPN insider's latest projections 📲

Jeremy Woo's Latest Mock 📝

Former Houston Cougars standout point guard Kingston Flemings shared a great piece of insight that Houston coach Kelvin Sampson gave him.

Kelvin Sampson Gave Kingston Flemmings Some Special NBA Draft Advice

New information has been released about Houston's basketball schedule for the season, with some games to be considered important. Some games could have huge im

Houston Lands Invite To Prestigious Early Season Tournament Alongside Duke

Houston Cougars basketball is set for a mega clash in their exhibition game for the upcoming season.

Houston Basketball's Special Exhibition Game is Taking Shape

Nearly two months after it was first announced, the Gonzaga Bulldogs made the signing of Houston transfer and former McDonald's All-American Isiah Harwell offic

Former McDonald's All-American Isiah Harwell officially joins Gonzaga

Houston Cougars basketball coach Kelvin Sampson uses the transfer portal not just to find anyone. Houston is all about maintaining a standard.

Kelvin Sampson Analyzed Houston's Specific Transfer Portal Ideology

After landing many top recruits in the previous two cycles such as Kingston Flemings, Isiah Harwell, Chris Cenac Jr. and Arafan Diane, Houston has been a popula

Top-50 2027 Guard Locks in Visit to Houston Cougars

Houston basketball is under a complete roster remodel, and the team will look very different losing nine players from last year's roster. Early on Thursday, col

Houston Basketball's Bracket in Players' Era 8 Tournament Has Been Set

The Houston Cougars are likely going to face a new look SEC program in the upcoming season in a big non-conference clash.

Houston Basketball Finalizing Game Against Prominent SEC Team

Houston basketball has been a top basketball program for nearly a decade, and head coach Kelvin Sampson has continued that success even in the NIL era. The Coug

Kelvin Sampson Delivers Powerful Message to Fans Regarding NIL Funding

Former Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp showcased his talents on the NBA Combine stage that further boosted his draft stock.

Emanuel Sharp Gaining Increasing Amounts of Recognition at NBA Combine

Potential Steals in NBA Draft 🔥

These mid-to-late lotto picks can REALLY help a team next season...

NCAA Tournament Expansion Explained 🗣️

Everything you need to know about the new 76-team bracket

Houston basketball was very aggressive with the loss of nine players from last year's team by landing Dedan Thomas Jr., Delrecco Gillespie, Corey Hadnot and Bra

Kelvin Sampson Delivers Encouraging Update On Incoming Talent

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Tuesday NBA Draft Combine Results 📝

Measurements, highlights and results from this year's class 📲

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Arkansas star Darius Acuff Jr. doesn't make top 5 cut 📲

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Flemings' Sis Trolls Caleb 😂

Duke commit lets UNC prospect hear it. Watch here 📲

Former Houston star freshman point guard Kingston Flemings is approaching the NBA combine, and is taking advice from some veteran guards.

Kingston Flemings Is Learning From A Veteran Prior to the NBA Draft

Houston basketball is arguably the most consistent program in March Madness, and the Cougars' first seed projection for the new 76-team format is already out.

Where Houston is Predicted in the First 76-Team March Madness Bracket

Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson is not intimidated by the so-called 'bigger programs' in the state of Texas.

Kelvin Sampson Calls Out 'Commuter School' Narrative Around Houston Basketball

Considering what the ramifications are for 76 teams entering the Big Dance ➡️

7 Biggest Questions About the NCAA Tournament Expansion 🤔

The future is bright. Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson recently spoke about one of the recent additions who will be a redshirt and shared his thoughts on Djafa

Here's What Kelvin Sampson Had To Say About Djafar Silimana

NBA Draft: Stay or Go Back to College? 🤔

Making decisions for biggest names ahead of deadline 🎥

UH basketball will be playing a part in the new look Player's Era Tournament in 2026, as the Cougars look to win this event for the first time.

Houston Cougars Included in New and Expanded Player's Era Tournament

College basketball is a long way from the regular season beginning. What the Top 25 will actually look like is way down the line, but Casey Jacobsen assessed w

Here's Why Houston Deserves More Credit In This Post NCAA Transfer Portal Poll

76-team tournaments for men's and women's college basketball will start next year. New bracket format here 📲

NCAA Expansion Official

The Houston Cougars already have a couple of games set for next season's non-conference schedule that are unique.

Houston Basketball Reveals More of Its 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule

Gonzaga guard commit Isiah Harwell has reportedly withdrawn his name from the G League combine, less than a week after being among 44 draft prospects selected t

Gonzaga commit Isiah Harwell withdraws from G League combine

Kelvin Sampson has landed a talented four-star point guard recruit, who already had a connection to the program.

Houston Lands Commitment From Tyus Thomas

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson sounded off on NBA teams' concerns over Jamal Shead back in his draft year. Those concerns don't seem applicable at all anymore.

Kelvin Sampson Calls Out NBA Teams for Doubting Jamal Shead

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Big moves in the transfer portal so far... 📈

Former Houston Cougar star Jamal Shead, now an important NBA player for the Toronto Raptors, gave special praise to Kingston Flemings.

One Houston Cougar to Another: What Jamal Shead Thinks About Kingston Flemings

There was no shortage of talent on the 2025-26 Houston Cougars. This was one of the most talented teams the program has trotted out during the coach Kelvin Samp

Four Houston Cougars Invited to NBA Combine

Houston Cougars basketball still had some great plays and moments during their past season.

These Plays Defined the 2025-26 Houston Cougars

After losing nine players from last year's team, Houston basketball had to rebuild its roster primarily through the transfer portal. The Cougars added Corey Had

Houston Basketball Returns Massive Piece From the 2025 Roster

Another piece to Kelvin Sampson's roster just got added and brings a ton of athleticism.

What Djafar Silimana Brings To Houston Cougars Basketball

Houston Cougars basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson reached out to his former star player in Jamal Shead after his incredible moment in the NBA Playoffs.

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

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New Jeremy Woo NBA Draft Big Board

AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson lead the way 📲

Full List of Early NBA Draft Declarations 📋

On Monday the NBA revealed the complete group of early entrants for the 2026 NBA draft, and Gonzaga fans were surprised to see one of the names on the list. Whi

Gonzaga transfer guard Isiah Harwell declares for 2026 NBA Draft

Houston Cougars basketball Coach Kelvin Sampson shares his overview of new transfer point guard Dedan Thomas Jr.

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

The action in the Houston basketball program continues. This time, it was adding a player down the road who attended Lamar this past season to play basketball a

What Braden East Brings to the Houston Cougars

Change is sometimes considered inevitable. For the Houston basketball program, it is every season, as the roster is modified by head coach Kelvin Sampson, whet

Projecting New Starting 5 For Houston Cougars Basketball

Houston Cougars basketball added another freshman to the roster who is more than grateful for the dream opportunity.

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

Houston's freshman point guard Kingston Flemings recently spoke to the media one final time as he declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. With the news, Flemings will

Why Kingston Flemings Is Forever Grateful For the University of Houston

Having coached three one-and-done talents at Houston, how much does has it meant to coach Kelvin Sampson, who embraces the moments out of those limited times?

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

Some players are just special. Not every day does a player join a program and become one of the highest-rated prospects in the upcoming NBA Draft. Not every da

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

Kingston Flemings has now made it official. The Houston Cougars' freshman All-American point guard still had yet to make an announcement on his future since the

Kingston Flemings Makes His NBA Draft Decision Official

Houston PG makes announcement with his HC

Flemings Declares for Draft

Houston, we don’t have a problem. Many positions have been filled for the upcoming seasons, and there are not many concerns about what head coach Kelvin Sampso

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

Houston's new guard from the transfer portal is all in.

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

Houston's freshman point guard is expected to be one of the top picks in the upcoming NBA Draft.

Kingston Flemings Set to Make Official Announcement on His Future

Houston Cougars head coach Willie Fritz has a laundry list of players he has sent to the NFL Draft.

3 Standout Players Willie Fritz Has Sent to the NFL Draft

Early Transfer Portal Winners 🏆

These programs are dominating the offseason so far

With confirmed returners and a bevy of portal pickups, what could coach Kelvin Sampson's starting lineup look like in 2026-27?

Houston Cougars Starting Five Projections For Next Season

This offseason has been an incredibly busy one for Iowa State Cyclones women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly. When his team’s 2025-26 season came to an end in

Iowa State Basketball Sharpshooter in Portal Commits to Toledo

While Houston basketball will always be known for strong defense, the 2026-2027 team has several exciting qualities.

How Houston's Transfer Class Will Help Reshape the Program

Another piece to the puzzle. Houston convinced Corey Hadnot Ⅱ to join the program after major player departures opened several roster spots. Now that another

This Transfer Will Thrive In Houston’s Offense

The Houston Cougars continue to boost their roster through the transfer portal. It was much needed for the program to add depth and talent this offseason and Ho

The Houston Cougars Just Secured Another Transfer Portal Commitment

Houston continues cooking. It was a big week for the athletics program, as the Cougars added two highly rated players from the portal, who were desperately nee

Delreeco Gillespie Will Fit Right In With Houston Cougars Offense

The Houston Cougars continue to work the transfer portal as they land an elite guard for their third commitment of the offseason

Houston Cougars Make Big Splash in the Transfer Portal and Land Elite Guard

From Jordan Mathews to Nigel Williams-Goss, Andrew Nembhard to Jalen Warley, the level of talent Gonzaga has acquired and developed through the transfer market

How Isiah Harwell compares to recent Gonzaga transfer guards

UH basketball has some former players that will be competing in this season's NBA Playoffs.

The Houston Cougars Are Represented in the 2026 NBA Playoffs

Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs made their first big splash of the offseason, landing a commitment from former McDonald's All-American Isiah Harwell on Sunday

3 things Isiah Harwell immediately brings to Gonzaga

After landing guard Dedan Thomas Jr. and forward Delrecco Gillespie in the portal, it's not too crazy to wonder who else coach Kelvin Sampson could land.

Who Could Houston Pursue in Portal After Dedan Thomas, Delrecco Gillespie Commits?

UH basketball's new point guard in Dedan Thomas Jr. has long awaited for this opportunity with Houston.

The Family Reason for Dedan Thomas Jr.'s Commitment to Houston

Mark Few and the Gonzaga coaching staff didn't spend too long basking in the addition of former Houston guard and McDonald's All-American Isiah Harwell on Sunda

Gonzaga contacts Seattle native and sharpshooting guard via transfer portal

Shopping time. The Houston basketball team went searching for a present and brought home Dedan Thomas Jr. for the program. Not a lot of people knowledgeable abo

What Addition Of Dedan Thomas Jr. Means For Houston Basketball

The Houston Cougars had their first player declare for the NBA Draft, and it was their freshman stretch big Chris Cenac Jr., who's confident in his ability to adapt to the NBA.

Why Chris Cenac Jr. Believes He Is Ready for The Next Step in the NBA

Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs landed their first commitment of the transfer portal cycle, and it's a player they've been connected to for over three years.

Gonzaga secures transfer portal commitment from Isiah Harwell

The Duke basketball staff seems to see at least one or two needs remaining with the Blue Devils' backcourt roster construction.

Duke Basketball Reportedly Eyeing Another Sharpshooting Transfer

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3 perfect fits for the biggest names already in the portal

The Houston Cougars are looking to continue building some momentum in the transfer portal.

The Houston Cougars Just Landed Another Transfer Portal Visit

Houston added another key piece to its roster with an experienced forward from Kent State.

Houston Basketball Lands Elite Forward From Transfer Portal

The Houston Cougars just landed their first big commit in the transfer portal and it addresses a key need.

One of the Top Point Guards In Transfer Portal Commits to Houston

After failing to return to the national championship in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, here is the gameplan transfer portal-wise for the Houston Cougars head coach.

Here Is How Kelvin Sampson Really Plans To Use the Transfer Portal This Offseason

The Houston Cougars will have to go to work in the transfer portal, which is clouded with many issues.

Kelvin Sampson Shines a Revealing Spotlight On the State of the Transfer Portal

Questions still remain. Houston doesn't have many answers, but it soon will. The 30-day window to pull players from the transfer portal opened recently, and s

Houston Still Needs To Address These Positions in the Transfer Portal

While the transfer portal period heats up, the Clemson Tigers had one of their first visitors on campus on Friday, and it's a key need for head coach Brad Brown

Clemson Basketball Hosting ACC Sharpshooter This Weekend

UH basketball is expected to take a deep dive into the transfer portal to reload the roster. Here is how the program's mindset is during this period.

Kelvin Sampson is Prioritizing One Thing Above All Else in the Transfer Portal

With the NCAA Transfer Portal back in full swing, the Cougars look to rebuild arguably their most depleted roster since coach Kelvin Sampson took over in 2014.

Houston Basketball Lands Visit From Elite Mid Major Guard

This opportunity only comes around once a year. It is the NCAA transfer portal for collegiate basketball. What will Houston be doing during this 30-day window

Here's Why These Players Would Be Great Addition For Kelvin Sampson

The Houston Cougars are expecting a visit from one of the top players in the NCAA transfer portal.

Houston to Host All-ACC Transfer Guard for Visit

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson confirmed Thursday morning that forward Chase McCarty will play at the 3 for his redshirt sophomore season.

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

UH basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson announces the return of key players for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

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

I chose Houston because I knew I had to face adversity in order to be a much better version of myself. Every hard practice. Every film session. Every moment whe

Houston Just Suffered Its First Major Loss to the NBA Draft

After losing three guards this offseason, Brad Brownell is targeting a local sharpshooting transfer to help reload his backcourt with experienced depth.

Clemson Targets Local Sharpshooting Transfer Guard

As the Houston Cougars look to reload their team for next season, they will host an elite guard out of the transfer portal for a visit

Houston Lands Visit With Transfer Portal Guard

The Houston Cougars found themselves ranked lower than expected in one final AP Poll ballot.

Houston Cougars Receive Surprisingly Low Final Ranking by Top Basketball Analyst

Mark Few has a lot of work to do this offseason to rebuild the Gonzaga Bulldogs, who are down to just six total players on the roster - three who were not part

Gonzaga reportedly contacts sharpshooting guard out of transfer portal

Pick and choose. There are plenty of options on the market right now that head coach Kelvin Sampson and Co. can bring in through the transfer portal. The only

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

UH basketball made its seventh straight run to the Sweet 16, but still ended up cracking the top 10 in the final AP poll of the season.

Houston Cougars Basketball Final AP Poll Ranking

Where does Houston stand in early Top 25 rankings following its Sweet 16 exit?

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

Duke opens as early favorites. Michigan has next best odds. Full market 📲

2027 MCBB Natty Odds 💰

Last Top 25 of the season after Michigan's title victory

Final Men's AP Poll

The Houston Cougars roster is set to change through the transfer portal. Here's a tracker of all of the movement.

Houston Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures & Updated Roster

Best Michigan Team Ever? 😲

Will Michigan take down Arizona? Watch The Fab 5 Altcast Saturday at 8:45pm ET on TruTV

Just around the corner. In a matter of time, there will be hundreds of players ready to decide which team they want to join, and one of those teams with plenty

Two Early Transfer Portal Targets For Houston Cougars

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March Madness Takeaways ✍️

First rankings for 2026-27 drop after Michigan's national title win ➡️

Way-Too-Early MCBB Top-25 📊

The Houston Cougars are on the wrong end of the transfer portal again, as another player plans to enter the portal

Houston Cougars Lose Another Player to the Transfer Portal

What the iconic March Madness reel looked like in 1987. Watch here 📲

1st-Ever One Shining Moment 💫

The Houston Cougars made one of the most special comebacks in Final Four history against Duke one year ago today. It was part of the greatest recent season in Houston history.

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

The University of Houston may have made the most important decision in program history 12 years ago.

A Look at The Most Critical Moment in Houston Basketball History

The Houston Cougars came up short, losing to the Illinois Fighting Illini in the NCAA Tournament.

3 Positives & 1 Big Question After Houston Cougars Loss in the Sweet 16