The Cougars clinched a share of the Big 12 regular-season title with a 69-62 win over Texas Tech.

I previously covered the Memphis Tigers from 2002 to 2006. During that period, Houston struggled, finishing last in their conference several times. Now, under coach Kelvin Sampson, Houston has transformed into a powerhouse, winning the American Athletic Conference multiple times and securing their second consecutive Big 12 title this season.

Houston’s latest victory leaves them on a seven-game winning streak and solidifies their spot in the upper echelon of college basketball with an impressive record of 16-1 in the Big 12 this season. They are also ranked No. 3 in CBS Sports’ latest Top 25 rankings, reflecting their significant rise in such a competitive landscape.