Houston's Heartbreak: Championship Loss to Florida
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Houston Cougars lost the national championship game to Florida 65-63, ending their 18-game winning streak. The emotional loss left players and coach Kelvin Sampson distraught. Despite dominating much of the game and holding Florida to a low score, Houston's offense faltered in the final minutes, costing them the title. Sampson, nearing 70, reflected on the heartbreaking defeat, his third Final Four appearance and second championship game loss, questioning if he'll ever win a national championship.
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