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Men's Basketball.

Every Men's Basketball story filed by the Coogs 365 desk — game coverage, features, and deep reporting, organized for the long read.

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Editor: L. HERRING-OLVEDOFiled: APR 22 — MAY 24Venue: FERTITTA CENTER

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Forward Delrecco Gillespie Joins Houston’s MBB

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HOUSTON COUGARS MBB

Built for the System — Why Delrecco Gillespie Feels Like a Kelvin Sampson Player Before He Ever Steps on the Floor.

Delrecco Gillespie’s production, rebounding dominance, and defensive motor make him a seamless fit in Kelvin Sampson’s system, bringing immediate toughness and possession control to Houston’s frontcourt.

C. STAFF·APR 233 MIN

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HOUSTON MBB

NO FLY ZONE INCOMING — Silimana Commits to the Coogs.

Silimana Brings Size, Rim Protection to Cougars’ Frontcourt Future

C. STAFF·APR 223 MIN

Jan 20, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Louisiana State Tigers guard Dedan Thomas Jr. (11) dribbles the ball against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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BASKETBALL

From Bayou to Bayou: A New Chapter for Dedan Thomas Jr.

L. HERRING-OLVEDO·APR 223 MIN