Houston Secures Victory Against TCU
In a competitive matchup held in Fort Worth, Texas, the University of Houston’s men’s basketball team managed to secure a 79-70 victory against Texas Christian University (TCU) on Wednesday night. The Cougars, currently ranked 10th in the nation, showcased a resilient performance despite an unusual shooting drought. Freshman standout Kingston Flemings led the charge with an impressive 25 points, while teammate Emanuel Sharp contributed significantly with 23 points.
Game Highlights
Houston (18-2, 6-1 Big 12) faced minimal challenges in the first half, falling behind just once by a single point shortly after the game commenced. By the start of the second half, the Cougars had established a comfortable 15-point cushion. However, a notable struggle ensued as they missed their final four attempts before the halftime break and went cold after halftime, missing 11 of their first 13 shots. During this stretch, TCU capitalized on their shooting woes and closed the gap, threatening Houston’s lead.
Flemings, who notched his ninth game scoring 20 points or more, was coming off a remarkable performance where he totaled 42 points in a narrow 90-86 defeat against then-No. 11 Texas Tech just days prior. This outing had snapped the Cougars’ impressive 16-game winning streak in away games, setting a new benchmark for both the Big 12 and the university. Overall, Houston’s shooting percentage stood at 44.4%, having initially shot 72.7% (16 of 22) in the early minutes of the game.
TCU’s Performance
On the opposing side, TCU (13-8, 3-5) saw Xavier Edmonds shine with a double-double, registering 18 points and pulling down 10 rebounds. David Punch supplemented the effort with 16 points and six assists.
Decisive Moments
The decisive moments in the second half unfolded as Houston shifted gears with an 8-0 run. Key plays included Flemings assisting Ramon Walker for a critical three-pointer, followed by Flemings himself converting four free throws during this decisive stretch of the game. The Cougars regained control after a 12-0 run midway through the first half, a surge that erased TCU’s brief lead and set the stage for the remainder of the contest. A three-pointer from Chase McCarty contributed to extending Houston’s lead to 28-16, though he later left the game due to an injury.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Cougars are set to return home to host Cincinnati on Saturday, marking their first home game in nearly two weeks. Meanwhile, TCU will meet Colorado in their next engagement on Sunday.
