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Location: Austin, Texas | Founded: 1883 | Enrollment: 49,438 | Colors: Burnt Orange and White
Coach: Rick Barnes | Home Court: Frank C. Erwin, Jr., Special Events Center | Capacity: 16,755

Record: (23-12, 9-7 Big 12)
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Longhorns report: Getting inside
 

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Returnees abound for Texas, though the biggest question entering the season is how the Longhorns will function without All-American point guard D.J. Augustin.

It's not as if coach Rick Barnes hasn't fielded such inquiries before.

This is the same coach who's sent the NBA other lottery picks, such as Kevin Durant, LaMarcus Aldridge, T.J. Ford and Chris Mihm, so the Longhorns are accustomed to reloading and doing so before players exhaust their eligibility.

"We don't replace those guys," Barnes said. "This is a new year with a different team, so roles will change."

After advancing to the Elite Eight and finishing 31-7, there's enough players returning who have already flourished in their roles to make Texas a contender in the Big 12 and possibly a force again nationally.

Without Augustin, more appreciation may develop for players such as forward Damion James, who averaged a double-double last season and can battle almost anyone inside despite being undersized at 6-7. The best thing about James could be that he doesn't care about public perception.

"Damion doesn't have a selfish bone in his body," said Barnes, "and has a great awareness of where he is with his game."

Other veterans who keep life without Augustin from becoming a downer include sharpshooting guard A.J. Abrams, who will attempt to move to the point and possibly share those responsibilities with another returning starter, Justin Mason. Forward Connor Atchley was one of the Big 12's most improved players last season, and will receive help inside from Gary Johnson, Dexter Pittman, Clint Chapman and Alexis Wangmene.

Two players who sat out last season with injuries, guard Dogus Balbay and center Matt Hill, will also factor into the Texas rotation.

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June 13, 2009 1:10 pm
James has pulled his name off the list for the NBA draft calling Rick Barnes Friday night telling him that he is returning to Texas for next season.  How good does this make this team?  W/ DJ back, we should be #2 right behind Kansas.  This might be a great year for Texas and championships in both Football and Basketball.  What are your thoughts on this?
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June 2, 2009 11:43 am
Well right now Rick is doing an amazing recruiting job.  Our 2009 class contained Avery Bradley (#4 Rivals150), Jordan Hamilton ...(more)
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May 16, 2009 7:48 pm
With our recruiting class of Bradley, Hamilton, and Williams coming in and hopefully only one key loss(Abrams) I think we are a Final Four contender next season.  We have a deep bench and talent at every position, especially with Jai Lucas now.  We already have two Top 20(According to Rivals) Five Star recruits already committed for 2010, PF Tristan Thompson(#4 overall) and SG Danie ...(more)
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April 15, 2009 5:44 pm

Texas swingman Damion James has decided to enter the NBA draft but won't hire an agent.

By not hiring an agent, James could decide to withdraw from the draft and return for his senior season. The draft is June 25.

James ranks third in Texas in history in career rebounds (968). He has 37 career double-doubles.

He averaged 15.4 ...(more)

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May 14, 2009 9:11 am
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April 4, 2009 2:31 pm

 Is anyone watching the Findlay Prep game in the Rise invitational.

These two kids are unbelievable!

 

Bradley's been getting national exposure the past few days between the Mcdonald's All-American Game, and now this. This kid is an absolute stud. 27 points so far against the 8th best high school in the nation. He can knock down the mid range shot with ease, ca ...(more)

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April 13, 2009 10:56 am

Texas is ranked 8th in the preseason top 26 by parish.  With the returning starters, and our top class there is no reason to think that UT wont be a top 5 team with a final four trip in the works by season's end.  Kansas will def be the team to beat in the big 12 though if everyone returns, bc there recruiting class as strong as ours and they won the big 12 last year.  ...(more)

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April 9, 2009 1:05 am

2010 Lineup

  • Jai Lucas
  • Avery Bradley, Jr.
  • Jordan Hamilton
  • Gary Johnson
  • Tristan Thompson

Bench:

  • Shawn Williams
  • Daniel Berajano
  • Varez Ward
  • J'Covan Brown

We're 9 deep in 2010 (if no one leaves early) with an experienced squad adding in a freshmen big man, but he shoul ...(more)

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March 23, 2009 11:07 am

 After watching Texas in the Big 12 and NCAA tourneys it was obvious to me that we lacked the talent that other teams have in their gaurd play.  It seems like in order for us to be competitive next year that is the area in which we have to improve.  Can Balbay run the point effectively? Do we have a 2 guard that is going to step up and be a scoring threat?  Who will that be? ...(more)

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April 6, 2009 7:12 pm

Saw some great stuff out of him in the finale verse Duke.  Can we expect him to be a contributor next season?

 

 

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April 2, 2009 9:53 am

 Glad to hear your coming back for your senior season.  Now if only Damion James will do the same.  Next year with a true point guard in Jai Lucas and incoming frosh Avery Bradley (who can jump out of the gym) I think we'll be ok. 

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February 1, 2009 12:12 pm

Although the game was bitter sweet AJ solidified himself as the All time Big 12 three point leader.  Bummer that our 19 game win streak came to an end again at the hands of K-State.

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March 22, 2009 1:32 am

 After tonight's loss to the Blue Devils, a great career has come to a disappointing end.

It's sad to see Abrams go out like this, but I can't say I expected to make a deep run in the tournament. Especially with the inconsistencies Texas has had all year long. We were the defintion of a Jekel and Hyde team. But none the less, our longhorns put forth a galient effort during tod ...(more)

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March 23, 2009 1:25 pm

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""How high could any sane fan's expectations have been going into this game. After everything we saw throughout the regular season: the inconsistency in the offensive gameplan, the poor free throw shooting, the inability of good players to step up in big moments... you were expecting a win over D ...(more)

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March 22, 2009 12:19 am

 Tough loss guys... I thought you had it. UK fan here, so obviously I have nobody to root for anymore, since LSU is out. So now it is whoever is playing DOOK.

You guys took Duke to the limit in their own backyard, and I thought you guys would win until Duke's mvp, I mean tony green took over the game. Ball call against you guys. But valiant effort regardless. I garuntee you guys th ...(more)

 
 
 
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