1938–39 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team
| 1938–39 Texas Longhorns men's basketball | |
|---|---|
Southwest Conference Champions | |
NCAA Tournament, Elite Eight | |
| Conference | Southwest Conference |
| Record | 19–6 (10–2 SWC) |
| Head coach |
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The 1938–39 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team represented The University of Texas at Austin in intercollegiate basketball competition during the 1938–39 season. The Longhorns were led by third-year head coach and former Longhorn basketball consensus first-team All-American Jack Gray. The team finished the season with a 19–6 overall record and a 10–2 record in Southwest Conference play to win the SWC championship. Texas advanced to the inaugural postseason NCAA tournament, recording its first Elite Eight appearance.