University of Houston Athletics
Monday, December 29
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#8/8 Men's Basketball Closes Non-Conference Play with Win Over Middle Tennessee
12/29/2025 11:05:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Three Cougars post double-figure points in 69-60 win over Blue Raiders
HOUSTON – Freshman guard Kingston Flemings had 15 points and five assists, junior forward Joseph Tugler added 13 points and six rebounds, and the #8/8 University of Houston Men's Basketball team pulled away in the second half for a 69-60 win over Middle Tennessee inside Fertitta Center on Monday.
Senior guard Emanuel Sharp scored 10 points before leaving with 8:53 remaining in the second half after taking a hard fall on the floor on a drive. He had a heating pad on his lower back while sitting on the bench.
With his lone 3-pointer of the game with 14:34 remaining in the game, Sharp buried at least one trey in his 28th straight game, tying guard Robert McKiver for the fifth-longest streak in school history.
Houston (12-1) won its sixth straight game and 12th straight game at home. The Cougars shot 41% but struggled from long range, going 6-for 20 on 3-pointers. Houston forced 19 turnovers and held a 30-3 advantage in points off turnovers.
Kamari Lands scored 18 points, Alec Oglesby added 12 points, Torey Alston had 10 points, and 12 rebounds and Chris Loofe finished with 10 points and six rebounds for Middle Tennessee (7-5).
The Blue Raiders shot 47% and were 11-of-28 on 3-pointers, which kept them in the game, but the turnovers were too much to overcome.
Leading 45-40 with 12½ minutes left in the second half, the Cougars went on a 12-3 run to open a 14-point lead on a dunk by Flemings with seven minutes remaining. Sharp and Flemings each scored four points to pace the run.
Trailing 19-16 with eight minutes remaining in the first half, Houston responded with a 10-0 run to take a seven-point lead on a 3-pointer by Flemings with five minutes left in the half. The Cougars led 33-28 at the half.
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to nine Big 12 home games, beginning January 6 vs. Texas Tech.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
UP NEXT
• Following Monday's game, Houston begins its Big 12 Conference schedule when it meets Cincinnati at 1 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 3, inside Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati. That game will air on FOX.
• The Cougars open their Big 12 home slate when they take on #16/16 Texas Tech at 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on FS1.
• From there, Houston hits the road again to face Baylor inside Foster Pavilion in Waco, Texas, at Noon, January 10. That game will air on Peacock.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
Senior guard Emanuel Sharp scored 10 points before leaving with 8:53 remaining in the second half after taking a hard fall on the floor on a drive. He had a heating pad on his lower back while sitting on the bench.
With his lone 3-pointer of the game with 14:34 remaining in the game, Sharp buried at least one trey in his 28th straight game, tying guard Robert McKiver for the fifth-longest streak in school history.
Houston (12-1) won its sixth straight game and 12th straight game at home. The Cougars shot 41% but struggled from long range, going 6-for 20 on 3-pointers. Houston forced 19 turnovers and held a 30-3 advantage in points off turnovers.
Kamari Lands scored 18 points, Alec Oglesby added 12 points, Torey Alston had 10 points, and 12 rebounds and Chris Loofe finished with 10 points and six rebounds for Middle Tennessee (7-5).
The Blue Raiders shot 47% and were 11-of-28 on 3-pointers, which kept them in the game, but the turnovers were too much to overcome.
Leading 45-40 with 12½ minutes left in the second half, the Cougars went on a 12-3 run to open a 14-point lead on a dunk by Flemings with seven minutes remaining. Sharp and Flemings each scored four points to pace the run.
Trailing 19-16 with eight minutes remaining in the first half, Houston responded with a 10-0 run to take a seven-point lead on a 3-pointer by Flemings with five minutes left in the half. The Cougars led 33-28 at the half.
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to nine Big 12 home games, beginning January 6 vs. Texas Tech.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
UP NEXT
• Following Monday's game, Houston begins its Big 12 Conference schedule when it meets Cincinnati at 1 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 3, inside Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati. That game will air on FOX.
• The Cougars open their Big 12 home slate when they take on #16/16 Texas Tech at 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, inside Fertitta Center. That game will air on FS1.
• From there, Houston hits the road again to face Baylor inside Foster Pavilion in Waco, Texas, at Noon, January 10. That game will air on Peacock.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
MTSU
UH
FG%
.469
.407
3FG%
.393
.300
FT%
.500
.882
RB
33
31
TO
19
6
STL
3
8
Game Leaders
Pts
15
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
4
Pts
13
FGM
6
3FGM
0
FTM
1
Pts
10
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
3
Pts
9
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
2
Players Mentioned
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