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Wednesday, November 28
H&PE Arena
7 p.m.
University of Houston
5-0
58
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53
UT Rio Grande Valley
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UTRGV
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30
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Houston
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Houston Men’s Basketball Edges UTRGV
11/28/2018 10:44:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Cougars cap 19-game home winning streak at H&PE Arena with 58-53 over Vaqueros
HOUSTON – Senior guard Corey Davis Jr. led all players with 23 points, all in the second half, and sophomore forward Brison Gresham added 12 points and eight rebounds to lead the University of Houston Men's Basketball team to a 58-53 win over UT Rio Grande Valley on Wednesday in a game presented by Maintenance Supply Headquarters.
Competing in their final home game inside H&PE Arena on the campus of nearby Texas Southern University, the Cougars overcame their coldest shooting performance of their young season. Houston connected on 38.9 percent from the field, including 30.8 percent (8-of-26) in the opening 20 minutes.
However, under the leadership of Davis and senior point guard Galen Robinson Jr., the Cougars rallied multiple times to earn the program's 19th straight home win at H&PE Arena. That ranks as the nation's second-longest active home winning streak.
In a game that featured 18 lead changes and six ties with neither squad building a double-digit lead, Robinson sank the game's biggest shot. With the score tied at 50 and less than a minute remaining, the Houston native and Westbury Christian product drained a 3-pointer from the baseline – his lone trey of the game – to give the Cougars the lead for good.
UTRGV turned the ball over on its next possession and Robinson sank 1-of-2 free throws after being fouled to give Houston a 54-50 advantage with just 27 seconds left.
Davis sank four free throws in the final eight seconds for the final margin of victory. The Lafayette, La., native posted his third 20-point game of the season, including his second straight, and the sixth of his career.
With the win, the Cougars improved to 5-0 for only the 11th time in school history. UTRGV saw its two-game winning streak snapped and fell to 5-4.
Following the game, Head Coach Kelvin Sampson took the public address microphone and thanked Texas Southern University and Athletics administrators for their support and generosity as hosts during the last 18 months as the Fertitta Center underwent renovations.
UTRGV guard Jordan Jackson led his team with 12 points and nine rebounds and was the only Vaquero to reach double digits.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase mini-plans and single-game tickets online at UHCougars.com/tickets or by calling the Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Mini-plans start at only $40 with single-game tickets beginning at $12 for non-conference games and $10 for American Athletic Conference contests.
Saturday's Fertitta Center opener against No. 18/21 Oregon has sold out.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, the Cougars open a new era when they play host to No. 18/21 Oregon in the inaugural game inside the Fertitta Center at 8 p.m., Saturday.
• From there, the Cougars continue their home stand when they take on Lamar at 7 p.m., Dec. 4, inside the Fertitta Center.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at HoustonCougarMensHoops or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
Competing in their final home game inside H&PE Arena on the campus of nearby Texas Southern University, the Cougars overcame their coldest shooting performance of their young season. Houston connected on 38.9 percent from the field, including 30.8 percent (8-of-26) in the opening 20 minutes.
However, under the leadership of Davis and senior point guard Galen Robinson Jr., the Cougars rallied multiple times to earn the program's 19th straight home win at H&PE Arena. That ranks as the nation's second-longest active home winning streak.
In a game that featured 18 lead changes and six ties with neither squad building a double-digit lead, Robinson sank the game's biggest shot. With the score tied at 50 and less than a minute remaining, the Houston native and Westbury Christian product drained a 3-pointer from the baseline – his lone trey of the game – to give the Cougars the lead for good.
UTRGV turned the ball over on its next possession and Robinson sank 1-of-2 free throws after being fouled to give Houston a 54-50 advantage with just 27 seconds left.
Davis sank four free throws in the final eight seconds for the final margin of victory. The Lafayette, La., native posted his third 20-point game of the season, including his second straight, and the sixth of his career.
With the win, the Cougars improved to 5-0 for only the 11th time in school history. UTRGV saw its two-game winning streak snapped and fell to 5-4.
Following the game, Head Coach Kelvin Sampson took the public address microphone and thanked Texas Southern University and Athletics administrators for their support and generosity as hosts during the last 18 months as the Fertitta Center underwent renovations.
UTRGV guard Jordan Jackson led his team with 12 points and nine rebounds and was the only Vaquero to reach double digits.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase mini-plans and single-game tickets online at UHCougars.com/tickets or by calling the Athletics Ticket Office at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
Mini-plans start at only $40 with single-game tickets beginning at $12 for non-conference games and $10 for American Athletic Conference contests.
Saturday's Fertitta Center opener against No. 18/21 Oregon has sold out.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, the Cougars open a new era when they play host to No. 18/21 Oregon in the inaugural game inside the Fertitta Center at 8 p.m., Saturday.
• From there, the Cougars continue their home stand when they take on Lamar at 7 p.m., Dec. 4, inside the Fertitta Center.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at HoustonCougarMensHoops or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
UTRGV
HOU
FG%
.344
.389
3FG%
.125
.261
FT%
.615
.588
RB
43
39
TO
12
13
STL
11
5
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
23
FGM
8
3FGM
3
FTM
4
Pts
12
FGM
5
3FGM
0
FTM
2
Pts
8
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
1
Pts
7
FGM
2
3FGM
2
FTM
1
Players Mentioned
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