Nic Codie Returns, Boosts Longhorns' Title Hopes

0:00A March 27th, the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team wrapped up their March madness run with a sweet 16 loss to Purdue, and now, coach Sean. Miller is gearing up for next season. One big piece dang put is forward Nick Cody, a Texas native who announced right after the game that he'll return for his junior year. Cody made strides as a sophomore, playing in 24 games while averaging 4.1 points and 3.1 rebounds for game. Those were personal bests, showing he can handle a larger role without overwhelming the offense. In the tournament, he stepped up big across three games, tallying 17 total points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals. His energy on both ends helped keep the Longhorns competitive, no matter the matchup. Coach Miller showed real trust in him down the stretch, giving Cody 53 minutes over the final two games as the team pushed hard. With some roster changes likely ahead, his consistency gives Texas a solid foundation. Looking ahead, the motivated Longhorns will lean on players like Cody to chase a deep tournament run, and maybe even a title next year.