Halftime Report
Only one more half stands between Houston and the win they were favored to collect coming into this evening. They have jumped out to a quick 28-23 lead against Iowa State.
Houston entered the match having won three straight and they’re just one half away from another. Will they make it four, or will Iowa State step up and spoil it? We’ll know soon.
Who’s Playing
Iowa State Cyclones @ Houston Cougars
Current Records: Iowa State 20-5, Houston 22-3
How To Watch
When: Monday, February 19, 2024 at 9 p.m. ETWhere: Fertitta Center — Houston, TexasTV: ESPNFollow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)Ticket Cost: $64.00
What to Know
We’ve got another exciting Big 12 matchup on schedule as the Iowa State Cyclones and the Houston Cougars are set to tip at 9:00 p.m. ET on February 19th at Fertitta Center. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Iowa State comes in on four and the Cougars on three.
Even though Iowa State has not done well against the Red Raiders recently (they were 2-8 in their previous ten matchups), they didn’t let the past get in their way on Saturday. The Cyclones walked away with an 82-74 victory over the Red Raiders.
Keshon Gilbert was the offensive standout of the match as he scored 24 points along with eight rebounds and five assists. He didn’t help Iowa State’s cause all that much against the Bearcats on Tuesday but the same can’t be said for this matchup. Robert Jones was another key contributor, scoring ten points along with seven rebounds and two steals.
Meanwhile, Houston put the finishing touches on their 12th blowout victory of the season on Saturday. Everything went their way against the Longhorns as the Cougars made off with a 82-61 win.
Houston relied on the efforts of L.J. Cryer, who went 6 for 9 from beyond the arc en route to 26 points and 0 assists, and Jamal Shead, who …
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