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University of Houston Athletics
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Abdur-Rahim Records Season High, Women’s Basketball Falls to #18 Texas Tech
2/7/2026 10:08:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Lady Raiders sweep regular season meetings against Cougars
HOUSTON – Graduate forward Amirah Abdur-Rahim posted a season best 18 points as the University of Houston Women's Basketball team fell, 85-61, against #18 Texas Tech on Saturday evening inside Fertitta Center.
The Lady Raiders (22-3, 9-3 Big 12) recorded the second victory of the season over the Cougars (7-16, 1-11 Big 12).
Abdur-Rahim led Houston with a season high of 18 points. Junior guard Kierra Merchant scored 13 points for her third consecutive game in double figures. Graduate guard Briana Peguero rounded out the double-digit scoring with 12 points.
Bailey Maupin led Texas Tech with 25 points, followed by Jalynn Bristow with 15 points and Gemma Nunez with 13 points.
The Cougars opened the first quarter on a 7-0 run for a 7-2 lead, but the Lady Raiders answered with a 16-3 surge to take a 21-12 advantage.
Houston continued to battle but was unable to cut into the deficit as Texas Tech secured the 85-61 win.
UP NEXT
Houston remains at the Fertitta Center for a 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, meeting against Colorado for its Play4Kay game. Fans are encouraged to wear PINK to support the fight against breast cancer.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities, purchasing tickets and joining Full Court Press, which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
The Lady Raiders (22-3, 9-3 Big 12) recorded the second victory of the season over the Cougars (7-16, 1-11 Big 12).
Abdur-Rahim led Houston with a season high of 18 points. Junior guard Kierra Merchant scored 13 points for her third consecutive game in double figures. Graduate guard Briana Peguero rounded out the double-digit scoring with 12 points.
Bailey Maupin led Texas Tech with 25 points, followed by Jalynn Bristow with 15 points and Gemma Nunez with 13 points.
The Cougars opened the first quarter on a 7-0 run for a 7-2 lead, but the Lady Raiders answered with a 16-3 surge to take a 21-12 advantage.
Houston continued to battle but was unable to cut into the deficit as Texas Tech secured the 85-61 win.
UP NEXT
Houston remains at the Fertitta Center for a 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, meeting against Colorado for its Play4Kay game. Fans are encouraged to wear PINK to support the fight against breast cancer.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities, purchasing tickets and joining Full Court Press, which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on X, formerly known as Twitter, and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
TTU
UH
FG%
.491
.396
3FG%
.440
.250
FT%
.818
.778
RB
28
34
TO
21
32
STL
17
12
Game Leaders
Pts
18
FGM
6
3FGM
0
FTM
6
Pts
13
FGM
3
3FGM
0
FTM
7
Pts
12
FGM
3
3FGM
2
FTM
4
Players Mentioned
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