Clash at Fertitta Center: Houston Cougars Prepare to Host Tulane Green Wave

As the Houston Cougars gear up for their next challenge, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying matchup at the Fertitta Center. The Cougars have been showcasing a strong performance trend, coming off back-to-back victories that have demonstrated both their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities.

In their recent game against the Memphis Tigers, the Cougars secured a 72-64 win, with an impressive display of ball control and scoring efficiency. They capitalized on turnovers, scoring 22 points off them and outpacing the Tigers with 17 fast break points. Their shooting from inside the arc was particularly effective at nearly 59 percent.

Continuing this trend, in another recent outing against SMU Mustangs away from home, they emerged victorious with an 80-65 scoreline. The team's field goal percentage stood out at approximately 49 percent while maintaining a solid two-point shooting performance of around 68 percent. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was commendable as well, indicating smart ball movement and decision-making.

The last game played at home against Tulsa Golden Hurricane saw the Cougars dominate with an overwhelming victory of 80-42. Not only did they maintain high shooting percentages across various ranges but also dominated rebounding with a total of 53 rebounds – highlighting their control over both ends of the court.

As we look forward to this upcoming contest against Tulane Green Wave, it's clear that if Houston continues its current trajectory – emphasizing strong defense leading to transition opportunities and maintaining high-efficiency scoring – they will be tough to beat on their home court.

Fans can catch all the action live on ESPNU or attend in person to support their team as they aim for another win in front of a passionate crowd at Fertitta Center on February 23rd at 8 PM CST.