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Here's What The Houston Cougars Are Focused On Improving Right Now

The No. 7 Houston Cougars finally got back in the win column with a huge 40-point victory over Colorado on Saturday, and a lot looked different than in the previous games. That, of course, has a lot to do with the opponents.

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What Latest Bracketology Says About Houston’s NCAA Seeding

In ESPN's Bracketology with Joe Lunardi, the Houston Cougars are currently sitting at No. 2 on the seed line, the sixth overall team in the top 16. Lunardi, ESPN’s bracketologist for several years now, has listed head coach Kelvin Sampson’s team as one that would be visiting the Midwest after moving up following the victory over Colorado, 102-62.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 2

Kelvin Sampson Praises Mercy Miller's Loyalty to the Houston Cougars

On Monday morning, head coach Kelvin Sampson spoke with the media ahead of No. 5 Houston's matchup against the Baylor Bears on Wednesday. The Cougars are looking to keep their momentum trending in the right direction after handling business against the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 2

Where Houston Cougars Stand in Week 17 AP Poll

In response to a Big 12 program-high three-game losing streak to AP top-15 opponents, Houston men's basketball issued its largest margin of victory as a league member with a 102-62 win over Colorado on Feb.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 2

Here's 3 Notable Players To Watch When Baylor Travels To Houston

There are only two games left in the regular season before the conference tournament begins. To have a solid shot at securing at least the No. 2 seed in the Big 12 standings starts with securing another resume-building victory over Baylor this upcoming week.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / March 1

How Latrell McCutchin Sr. May Have Boosted His 2026 NFL Draft Stock

The NFL Draft is one of the few sporting events where a player's stock can swing in either direction. For prospects like Latrell McCutchin Sr., who are expected to go undrafted, the NFL Combine becomes one of the most important events of their professional careers.

Kelvin Sampson News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 28

Here's Why Kelvin Sampson Is Built for Houston's Toughest Moments

The No. 5 Houston Cougars are currently looking to rebound against the Colorado Buffaloes after three-straight losses to No. 4 Iowa State, No. 2 Arizona, and No.

Houston Baseball Falls To No.19 Oregon State In Frisco Classic Opener

Despite holding an early lead, the Cougars suffered a narrow 2-1 loss to the Oregon State Beavers in their first game of the Frisco Classic. With the loss, Houston falls to 6-3 on the season, and the Cougars have two more tough games ahead of them in this tournament.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 27

Where the Houston Cougars Stand in National Championship Odds

Earlier this week, BetMGM released its latest National Championship odds as we enter the final stretch of the college basketball regular season. The No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 27

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

Despite the program's recent struggles, the No. 5 Houston Cougars have continued to receive national attention this season. Ranked the No. 2 team in the country at one point, it's no shock that the Cougars have been featured in some of the most-watched games of the college basketball season.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 26

Ranking Houston's 2026 Opponents From Easiest to Hardest

The Houston Cougars had a tremendous year this past season, as they went 10-3 after posting back-to-back 4-8 seasons in the two years prior. As they look to build off the strong year, one of the bigger factors in their success, aside from players and coaches, is scheduling.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 26

Houston Cougars Reach Historic Unwanted Streak After Loss to Kansas

The Houston Cougars have hit a major roadblock down the stretch of the regular season, as the Cougars have hit a three-game skid. The Coogs are dropping some of their toughest games on the schedule with losses to No.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 26

Kelvin Sampson Reveals Two Notable Injuries for Houston Cougars

The No. 5 Houston Cougars just suffered their biggest loss of the season to the No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks by 13 points on Big Monday, and the Cougars have

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 25

What the Latest ESPN Bracketology Report Says About the Houston Cougars

Now that the Houston Cougars have suffered three losses in a row for the first time as a Big 12 member and for the first time since the 2016-17 season, there is undeniably an immediate impact on where they stand in the projected field of 64 across multiple boards.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 25

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

While basketball season is in full swing and baseball season is getting underway, the recruiting trail never slows down. And in the case of the Houston Cougars, that recruiting momentum is only accelerating.

Sam Houston News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 25

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

Houston baseball shut down a late inning rally to defeat the Sam Houston State Bearkats 5-4 on Tuesday night, in Huntsville, Texas. The two teams will matchup two more times this season to determine who will win the annual three-game series know as the Don Sanders Cup.

College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 24

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

On Monday night, the No. 5 Houston Cougars traveled to Allen Fieldhouse to take on the No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks. After suffering losses to both No. 4 Iowa State and No.

Kelvin Sampson News / Heartland College Sports / February 24

Kelvin Sampson vs. Darryn Peterson: Are They Both Right?

Kansas’ 69-56 win over Houston last night just did not end when the final buzzer sounded. It carried into the press conference room, where an interesting exchange unfolded between Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson and Kansas guard Darryn Peterson.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 24

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

The No. 5 Houston Cougars got outplayed in the second half and lost in convincing fashion to No. 14 Kansas in Phog Allen Fieldhouse 69-56 on Big Monday to lose their third straight game.

Houston Cougars News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 23

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

Houston basketball got a taste of why Allen Fieldhouse is one of the hardest places to win in the entire country, suffering a blowout 69-56 loss on Monday night.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 24

Up-and-down Kansas season reaches another peak with win over No. 5 Houston

On Monday, the Associated Press No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks (21-7, 11-4 in Big 12) defeated No. 5 Houston Cougars (23-5, 11-4 in Big 12), 69-56, adding to one of the biggest mysteries of the 2025-26 college basketball season.

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College Basketball News / Houston Cougars on SI / February 23

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

The Houston Cougars will take on the Kansas Jayhawks tonight at 8 p.m., inside Allen Fieldhouse. Houston suffered back-to-back losses for the first time since the 2024 season, and the Cougars are looking to end the losing streak in one of the toughest places to win in the country.

Houston Cougars News / EasySportz / February 23

Darryn Peterson Faces Biggest Test Yet Against Elite Cougars Defense

Allen Fieldhouse hosts one of the biggest Big 12 matchups of the season as No. 5 Houston faces No. 14 Kansas. This game features elite defense, star freshmen, and major conference implications.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 21

Arizona likely clinches NCAA Tournament 1-seed with road win

No. 4 Arizona likely clinches NCAA Tournament 1-seed with massive road win over No. 2 Houston

Named a projected 1-seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, the Arizona Wildcats may have finalized their position with a huge road win over the conference-rival Houston Cougars.

Stunning No. 8 Kansas loss could be a sign of another March disappointment

No. 12 Florida looking like title contender once again after running win streak to seven in blowout victory over Ole Miss

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Houston Cougars News / Yardbarker / February 19

Houston Cougars in perilous position as clash with Arizona Wildcats looms

There's still a lot that can happen between now and Selection Sunday. College basketball is ever evolving, and this season, in particular, has been exciting because there are so many good teams at the top.

Kansas keeps proving it's a national title contender with or without Darryn Peterson

NCAA president Charlie Baker calls for NCAA Tournament expansion

Best college guard John Calipari has coached?: Arkansas' Darius Acuff Jr. deserves high praise after 49-point performance

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