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University of Houston Basketball Eyes Sixth Straight 30-Win Season

4/12/2026

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The University of Houston's basketball team seeks a sixth consecutive 30-win season, aided by transfers Dedan Thomas Jr. from LSU and Delrecco Gillespie from Kent State.
Dedan Thomas Jr. averaged 15.3 points and 6.5 assists last season, despite a hand injury.
Delrecco Gillespie, a first-team All-MAC honoree, averaged 17.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.
With four starters departing, the team relies on these transfers to maintain competitiveness in the upcoming season.

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The University of Houston's basketball team seeks a sixth consecutive 30-win season, aided by transfers Dedan Thomas Jr. from LSU and Delrecco Gillespie from Kent State.
Dedan Thomas Jr. averaged 15.3 points and 6.5 assists last season, despite a hand injury.
Delrecco Gillespie, a first-team All-MAC honoree, averaged 17.7 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.
With four starters departing, the team relies on these transfers to maintain competitiveness in the upcoming season.