UH men's basketball moves on to Sweet 16 after defeating Illinois 68-53

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- March Madness continues for the University of Houston men's basketball team.

The Coogs are headed back to the Sweet 16 after defeating No. 4 ranked Illinois 68-53.

On Thursday, UH will head to San Antonio to face off against the winner between Arizona and TCU.

This will be the team's third straight Sweet 16 appearance.

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