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Graduate student guard Max Abmas keeps the ball away from an opponent at the game vs. Delaware State on Nov. 10, 2023. Abmas scored 19 points for the Longhorns, contributing to their 86-59 win.

Texas men’s basketball conquers Wyoming, Abmas reiterates his importance to the team

Katie Borchetta, General Sports Reporter November 27, 2023

Texas men’s basketball defeated Wyoming 86-63 in its first game back after the Saatva Empire Classic last week. One thing that gave Texas an advantage off the bat against the Cowboys was the team’s...

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Texas women’s basketball brings home hardware from the U.S. Virgin Islands

Emmanuel Ramirez and Isa Almeida November 27, 2023

The now 7–0 Texas Longhorns completed the Paradise Jam Tournament in the U.S. Virgin Islands over Thanksgiving week, winning three games in three days.  “(I’m) super proud of our kids,” said...

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball escapes with a narrow 81-80 victory over Louisville

No. 19 Texas men’s basketball escapes with a narrow 81-80 victory over Louisville

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor November 20, 2023

No. 19 Texas slipped out a last-second 81-80 win against Louisville in the Saatva Empire Classic Semifinals in Madison Square Garden. Both the Longhorns and Cardinals battled fiercely in the close matchup...

Texas’ defense dominates in 96-44 win over Louisiana Tech

Texas’ defense dominates in 96-44 win over Louisiana Tech

Emmanuel Ramirez, Senior Sports Reporter November 20, 2023

The Texas Longhorns faced off against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Sunday in a 96-44 win. This was arguably the Longhorn’s best defensive game of the season. Texas head coach Vic Schaefer has emphasized...

Mens basketball coach Rodney Terry on March 27, 2023.

Texas men’s basketball lands 2024’s No. 4 recruit Tre Johnson

Victoria Fulton, General Sports Reporter November 17, 2023

Tre Johnson announced his commitment to Texas Wednesday, becoming the first five star pledge alongside four star recruits Nic Codie and Cam Scott. Johnson is ranked as the No. 1 shooting guard for the...

Junior guard Tyrese Hunter dribbles the ball to the basket during the game against Rice on Nov. 15.

Men’s basketball Saatva Empire Classic opponent preview: Louisville, UConn, Indiana

Katie Borchetta, Sports Desk Editor November 16, 2023

No. 19 Texas men's basketball will travel for the first time this season to Madison Square Garden in New York City this weekend to compete in the Saatva Empire Classic. The Longhorns will first take...

Junior guard Tyrese Hunter drives to the basket during the game against Rice on Nov. 15. Hunter was the leading scorer for the Longhorns with 18 points.

Takeaways from Texas’ win over Rice

JT Bowen, Senior Sports Reporter November 16, 2023

No. 19 Texas took care of business at home on Wednesday night, leading Rice from start to finish to improve its record to 3-0. Rice hung around in the first half, trailing by nine at halftime, but a hot...

No. 11 Texas women’s basketball gets triple-digit win over UT-Arlington

No. 11 Texas women’s basketball gets triple-digit win over UT-Arlington

Isa Almeida, General Sports Reporter November 15, 2023

After struggling offensively against Liberty on Sunday, Texas women’s basketball recorded 61 points in the first half of its 110-64 win over UT-Arlington. Texas’ score at halftime was nearly double...

Takeaways from Texas’ 75-57 win over Liberty

Takeaways from Texas’ 75-57 win over Liberty

Emmanuel Ramirez, Senior Sports Reporter November 12, 2023

No. 13 Texas defeated the Liberty Flames 75-57 on Sunday. However, the game was not as lopsided as the score may indicate. The Longhorns required a strong second-half performance that allowed them to win...

Junior guard Tyrese Hunter jumps with the ball toward the hoop as an opponent from Delaware State attempts to block him on Nov. 10, 2023. Hunter scored 13 points for the Longhorns in this game, contributing to the 86-59 victory.

Takeaways from Texas’ 86-59 win over Delaware State

JT Bowen, Senior Sports Reporter November 12, 2023

It wasn’t the prettiest, but No. 18 Texas pulled away late in the second half to handle Delaware State in an 86-59 victory on Friday. While the Longhorns’ offense was stagnant for much of the night,...

Toughest non-conference opponents for Texas women’s basketball

Toughest non-conference opponents for Texas women’s basketball

Emmanuel Ramirez, Senior Sports Reporter November 10, 2023

The Texas Longhorns are fresh into their 2023-24 campaign, but before getting into Big 12 play for the final time, they will face strong opponents early in the season.  The first major test for the...

Junior forward DeYona Gaston attempts a layup against Texas Tech on Feb 8. 2022. Texas defeated Texas Tech 80 - 71.

Texas women’s basketball defeats Southern in season opener

Isa Almeida, General Sports Reporter November 9, 2023

No. 13 Texas women’s basketball started the season on a high with a dominating 80-35 victory over Southern University. “I’m really pleased with our team tonight,” head coach Vic Schaefer said....

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