The 1976–77 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team represented the

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in the

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as a member of the

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. They finished the season 13–13 overall, tied for fourth in the SWC with a 8–8 record. They were coached by

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in his first season as head coach of the Longhorns. Lemons previously coached at Pan American University and

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. The Longhorns played their home games at

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Schedule

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:1976-77 Texas Longhorns Mens Basketball Season Texas Longhorns men's basketball seasons National Invitation Tournament championship seasons

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