No. 6 Houston Men's Basketball to Compete in Players Era Tournament
The No. 6 Houston Cougars men's basketball team will compete in the Players Era Tournament, a four-team, two-day event at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., from March 24-25.
Background
The Players Era Tournament is a new event that will feature four of the nation's top programs. The Cougars will be joined by No. 4 Purdue, No. 8 Villanova, and No. 11 Texas.
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Houston will play Purdue in the semifinals on March 24. The winner will advance to the championship game on March 25, while the loser will play in the third-place game.
The Cougars are 25-4 this season and are coming off a 74-65 win over SMU in the American Athletic Conference Tournament semifinals.
Analysis or Impact
"This is a great opportunity for our team to compete against some of the best teams in the country," Houston coach Kelvin Sampson said. "We're excited to see how we stack up."
The Players Era Tournament is a chance for Houston to show that it is a legitimate contender for the national championship.
Conclusion
The Cougars will be looking to make a statement in the Players Era Tournament. A strong performance could help them secure a high seed in the NCAA Tournament.