Summary
The Texas Longhorns men's basketball team won against Gonzaga, moving from the First Four to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Sean Miller dismisses the "Cinderella" label, noting the tough competition in their conference.
Key Facts
- Texas Longhorns won their First Four game against NC State.
- They advanced in the NCAA Tournament by defeating No. 6 BYU and No. 3 Gonzaga.
- The victory over Gonzaga ended a five-year streak since a team progressed from the First Four to the Sweet 16.
- Head coach Sean Miller rejects the "Cinderella" story label for his team.
- Texas finished the regular season with a record of 18 wins and 14 losses.
- They had a balanced 9-9 record in conference play in the SEC.
- Texas will play No. 2 Purdue in the next round of the tournament.
