The 1977–78 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team represented the

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in the

1977–78 NCAA Division I men's basketball season The 1977–78 NCAA Division I men's basketball season began in November 1977, progressed through the regular season and conference tournaments, and concluded with the 1978 NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament Championship Game on March 27 ...

as a member of the

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. They finished the season 26-5 overall, tied for the SWC regular season title with a 14–2 record and won the 1978 National Invitation Tournament. They were coached by

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in his second season as head coach of the Longhorns. They played their home games at the Special Events Center in

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Roster

Schedule

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Rankings

References

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