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Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) and head coach Kelvin Sampson react as time runs out in the Cougars' 65-55 loss to Illinois in a South Regional semifinal in NCAA college basketball tournament in Houston, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

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What's next for UH basketball: Kelvin Sampson's roster makeover and future

An offseason of change is set to begin as most of the key contributors from a 30-win season will move on. Seniors are leaving, freshmen are expected to depart for the NBA draft, and the Cougars will use the transfer portal more than ever.

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