Playing close to home can't help Houston as Cougars are foiled by poor shooting in NCAA Tournament

Houston forward Joseph Tugler (11) and guard Kingston Flemings (4) react after losing to Illinois in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA college basketball tournament Friday, March 27, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

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