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Texas Basketball on NCAA Tournament Bubble Ahead of Selection Sunday

2/18/2025

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With Selection Sunday looming, Texas men's basketball finds itself on the NCAA Tournament bubble, boasting a 16-10 record and a challenging 5-8 in SEC play. While impressive victories against Missouri, Kentucky, and Texas A&M bolster their case, disappointing non-conference losses to Ohio State and UConn, coupled with a weak non-conference strength ranking, cast a shadow over their tournament hopes.

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With Selection Sunday looming, Texas men's basketball finds itself on the NCAA Tournament bubble, boasting a 16-10 record and a challenging 5-8 in SEC play. While impressive victories against Missouri, Kentucky, and Texas A&M bolster their case, disappointing non-conference losses to Ohio State and UConn, coupled with a weak non-conference strength ranking, cast a shadow over their tournament hopes.