“Scared Money Don’t Make Money”: Kelvin Sampson’s Dig at NBA Teams Surfaces as Jamal Shead Shines
Jamal Sheads puts NBA on notice as Houston coach Kelvin Sampson what happened before 2024 draft.

Jamal Sheads puts NBA on notice as Houston coach Kelvin Sampson what happened before 2024 draft.

The Toronto Raptors evened up their opening round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 93-89 win in Game 4. Second year Raptors guard Jamal Shead may not have jumped off the stat sheet, but he came up with one of the biggest plays in Game 4 in forcing the Cavs into an eight […] The post Jamal Shead reveals heartfelt text from Kelvin Sampson over Game 4 hustle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The latest on the arrivals and departures at Houston as Kelvin Sampson looks to retool the Cougars roster.

Kelvin Sampson made no bones about his exact reason behind acquiring Dedan Thomas Jr.

After an impressive freshman season, Houston Cougars’ Kingston Flemings has set his eyes on becoming a first-round pick in the NBA draft. With him declaring for the draft, Kelvin Sampson and Houston will certainly miss him. Moreover, Flemings also shared his feelings on leaving the Cougars. “Honestly, that was not even on my mind coming […]

Kingston Flemings has declared for the NBA draft, and the Houston Cougars will clearly miss the freshman’s dominance. Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson has reacted to the news. “Cuz none of them are [returning]. But if Jarace [Walker] had come back his sophomore year, Chris [Cenac] his sophomore year, Kingston [Flemings]’s sophomore year, that’s how […]

Houston basketball had one of its most talented teams under Kelvin Sampson in 2025-26, but it still fell short of its ultimate goal. A big reason for the Cougars’ success this season was star freshman Kingston Flemings, who quickly emerged as one of the top freshman in a historic class. Now, Flemings has made his […] The post Houston basketball star Kingston Flemings makes final NBA Draft decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kelvin Sampson shares about Isiah Harwell's development before freshman season.

Houston basketball remains committed to Kelvin Sampson following the disappointing Sweet 16 exit against Illinois. The Cougars have created a national power under the veteran head coach. But UH knows Sampson can’t coach forever. Sampson turns 71 during the 2026-27 season. He’s still searching for that elusive first-ever national championship. Houston must replace prized freshman […] The post 1 transfer portal target Houston basketball must sign to win elusive title for Kelvin Sampson appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Houston basketball took the first major step in addressing its disastrous Sweet 16 loss to Illinois Saturday. Plus also likely found the replacement for Kingston Flemings via the College Basketball Transfer Portal. Highly-coveted transfer Dedan Thomas Jr. is heading to the Cougars. The now former UNLV and LSU star point guard shut down his portal […] The post Houston adds guard who averaged 15.3 PPG in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kelvin Sampson and the Houston Cougars fell short of the Final Four this time after making the championship game in 2025. However, Houston’s chances of a Final Four next season got a big update from Sampson. The Cougars head coach announced that Joseph Tugler will return for the 2026-27 season. Houston coach Kelvin Sampson confirms … The post Kelvin Sampson reveals significant Houston Cougars roster news for 2026-27 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

With the Illinois basketball team losing in the Final Four to the UConn Huskies, head coach Brad Underwood spoke after the result, leading to an emotional reaction. There’s no doubt that Underwood is proud of the Illinois basketball team’s 2025-26 season, and kept it real after the 71-62 heartbreaking defeat to the Huskies. Underwood wouldn’t […] The post Illinois basketball’s Brad Underwood keeps it 100% real on emotional toll of Final Four loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Brad Underwood takes line out of Kelvin Sampson's vocabulary after Final Four exit.

Kelvin Sampson and the Houston Cougars secured a No. 3 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament after finishing the regular season with a 28-6 overall record and 14-4 in Big 12 play. After taking down the No. 15 seed Idaho Vandals in the first round and the No. 10 seed Texas A&M Aggies in the Round of ...

Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson recently cleared up retirement rumors, making fans rally behind him for a title run.

Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson is not going anywhere for the 2026-2027 college basketball season. The future Hall of Famer wants everyone to know he will be back for his 13th season with the Cougars. Fans have wondered how much longer the 70-year-old will continue coaching, with Sampson confirming it will be at least one […] The post Houston HC Kelvin Sampson announces 2026-27 return after March Madness loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

As the Illinois Fighting Illini upset the Houston basketball team on Thursday night in the Sweet 16, 65-55, the Cougars are left to reflect after another disappointing exit from the 2026 NCAA tournament. With the speculation around Houston basketball head coach Kelvin Sampson’s retirement, he would also speak about the loss and what led to […] The post Houston basketball’s Kelvin Sampson pins Sweet 16 loss to Illinois solely on offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kelvin Sampson’s first National Championship will have to wait, as yet another promising Houston basketball season ended early in March Madness at the hands of Illinois in the Sweet Sixteen. Unlike in previous years, the Cougars did not just fall short; they were thoroughly beaten at their own game. Illinois practically led the game from […] The post Houston Cougars most to blame for disastrous Sweet 16 loss to Illinois appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Houston bowed out of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday after losing to Illinois, 65-55, in the Sweet 16 at Toyota Center. Not even having a homecourt advantage helped the No. 2 Cougars, who shot only 34% from the field and were outrebounded, 43-34. They only had two free throws compared to the 21 attempts of […] The post Houston coach Kelvin Sampson’s cryptic answer will spark retirement buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Coach Kelvin Sampson's Houston Cougars possess the rare advantage of playing at home against coach Brad Underwood's Illinois Fighting Illini in the Sweet 16 of the South Region of this year's national tournament.

The No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini are moving on to the Elite Eight portion of the 2026 NCAA Tournament after pulling off a 65-55 win on Thursday against the No. 2 seed Houston Cougars in a Sweet 16 matchup at the Toyota Center in Houston. Illinois basketball’s suffocating defense played a big role in […] The post Illinois basketball upsets Houston with dominant defense to advance to Elite 8 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The No. 2 seed University of Houston basketball program is preparing for a showdown game against the No. 3 seed Illinois team. So far in the 2026 NCAA March Madness Tournament, health of the Houston Cougars has not been a dominant headline for the team – and that’s definitely a good thing! Unlike several other […] The post Houston Injury Status Update Ahead of Sweet 16 Game Against Illinois appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Sweet 16 of the NCAA March Madness tournament is here and the real fun will begin when top seeds begin facing off when it matters most. Heading to the South Region, the No. 3 Illinois Fighting Illini will take on the No. 2 Houston Cougars in what should be one of the round’s better matchups. Check our March […] The post Illinois vs. Houston prediction, odds, pick for March Madness Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Houston Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson has revealed two key reasons why his standout guard in Kingston Flemings has made such an impact on his program despite just being his first year during his recent press conference.
