Texas basketball is heating up at the right time. The Longhorns have rattled off three straight SEC wins in the past 10 days, and they’re not just squeaking by - they’re closing games with authority, winning each by at least four possessions. That kind of margin speaks volumes about a team’s ability to execute late, and right now, Texas is doing just that.
A big part of that success? Simeon Wilcher.
Now, if you’re only box score browsing, his numbers over the last three games - 7.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists - might not jump out at you. But if you’re watching the games, it’s clear: Wilcher is making winning plays on both ends of the floor.
He’s the kind of player who consistently puts himself in the right spots - defensively rotating to cut off drives, offensively moving without the ball to keep the rhythm flowing. He’s not padding stats, he’s impacting outcomes. And that’s exactly what Texas head coach Sean Miller emphasized in a recent media session.
“He loves the game,” Miller said. “You see that love in how he approaches practice and game days. It’s been interesting and fascinating to see him handle the highs and lows of the season - both for our team and for him.”
That’s high praise, and it’s not just about effort. Miller also called Wilcher a “winning player” with a “very consistent work ethic.” In a locker room with higher-profile names like Dailyn Swain, Matas Vokietaitis, and Tramon Mark, Wilcher might not always grab the headlines, but he’s the kind of steady presence every good team needs - the classic “glue guy.”
He’s been ready whenever his number is called, rotating in at both the two and the three, giving the Longhorns flexibility and depth. Whether it’s a key defensive possession or a smart extra pass on offense, Wilcher’s doing the little things that don’t always show up in the final stat sheet but make a big difference over 40 minutes.
If Texas is going to keep this momentum going and punch their ticket to the 2026 NCAA Tournament, Wilcher’s role will only grow more important. He may not be the loudest voice or the flashiest scorer, but he’s the kind of player who helps teams win in March - the one who shows up in big moments, plays within the system, and makes the right decision when it matters most.
And right now, that’s exactly what Texas needs.