In the final week of the regular season, Cincinnati lost a key road game against an explosive Houston team, falling 69-56. The loss drops the Bearcats to 21-9 on the season overall with an 11-6 record in the American Conference.
The loss also puts more pressure on Sunday's game against a tough SMU squad, as the Bearcats look to further legitimize their NCAA Tournament resume after settling in as a favorite to earn one of the at-large bids as a "last four in" team.
Last night's game against Houston was disappointing for Cincinnati fans who are ready to watch a talented Bearcats team perhaps make a tourney run, but it was equally frustrating for head coach Mick Cronin.