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Basketball News & Analysis

Real-time updates, tactical breakdowns, and expert evaluation covering roster shifts, game schemes, and major developments across Texas college basketball.

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Houston Cougars Roster Reshaped By Arrivals

Houston Cougars Roster analysis after nine newcomers joined the 2026-27 group, with Joseph Tugler anchoring a reshaped rotation.

Selena Paredes - November 2, 2026
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Texas Preseason Ranking Tests New Roster

Texas Preseason Ranking puts the Longhorns at No. 7, raising Austin expectations around a rebuilt roster, SEC pressure and player roles.

Selena Paredes - October 29, 2026
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UIL’s New 35-Second Shot Clock Will Reshape Texas High School Basketball

Texas high school basketball is heading toward one of the biggest rule changes in the sport’s modern era. On October 19, 2026, the University Interscholastic League (UIL) Legislative Council approved the adoption of a 35-second shot clock for both boys and girls varsity basketball, setting a phased implementation schedule that will eventually affect every UIL…

Mason Lane - October 29, 2026
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UIL Shot Clock Starts Texas Hoops Transition

UIL Shot Clock approval sets Texas high school basketball on a phased path, with strategy, staffing and local gym impacts ahead.

Josh Hayes - October 27, 2026
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UIL basketball season starts with Texas impact

UIL basketball season dates, Alamodome finals and travel issues shape how Texas schools, families and fans plan for 2026-27.

Josh Hayes - October 25, 2026
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Rockets Dominate Mavericks in Texas Teams’ Season Opener

Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. scored 30 points apiece as Houston turned a close first quarter into a 128–110 win over Dallas at Toyota Center. Final · October 21, 2026 · Toyota Center, Houston Houston Rockets 128 Dallas Mavericks 110 Top scorers: Durant 30 · Smith 30 · Flagg 32 The Houston Rockets opened…

Josh Hayes - October 22, 2026
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UIL basketball dates set Texas season start

UIL basketball dates shape the 2026-27 Texas season, from first practices to Alamodome finals and the optional shot clock.

Selena Paredes - October 20, 2026
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Texas Preseason Ranking Raises Austin Stakes

Texas Preseason Ranking sets a high bar for the Longhorns, with roster turnover, SEC pressure and Moody Center energy in focus.

Mason Lane - October 17, 2026
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UIL Shot Clock Pilot Tests Texas Hoops Trust

The UIL Shot Clock debate now reaches Texas gyms, with communities weighing pace, costs, staffing, player development and local access.

Selena Paredes - October 15, 2026
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Texas Tech Reveals 2026–27 Basketball Schedule As Illinois Showdown Approaches

Texas Tech men’s basketball has confirmed its game times and television schedule for the 2026–27 season, setting the stage for another demanding campaign under head coach Grant McCasland. The announcement, released October 13, 2026, places an early spotlight on the Red Raiders’ November 10 matchup against Illinois at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. Texas…

Josh Hayes - October 14, 2026