1942–43 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team
| 1942–43 Texas Longhorns men's basketball | |
|---|---|
Southwest Conference co-champions | |
NCAA Tournament, Final Four | |
| Conference | Southwest Conference |
| Record | 19–7 (9–3 SWC) |
| Head coach |
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| Captain | Ed Price |
The 1942–43 Texas Longhorns men's basketball team represented The University of Texas at Austin in intercollegiate basketball competition during the 1942–43 season. The Longhorns were led by first-year head coach H. C. "Bully" Gilstrap. The team finished the season with a 19–7 overall record and a 9–3 record in Southwest Conference play to win a share of the SWC championship. Texas advanced to the NCAA tournament for the second time, recording its first-ever Final Four appearance.