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Houston Cougars Set to Host Texas State Bobcats in Fertitta Center Basketball Showdown

As the Houston Cougars prepare to welcome the Texas State Bobcats to the Fertitta Center for an exciting game of basketball, fans are eager to see if the home team can continue their impressive performance streak. The Cougars have been showcasing a strong offense and defense in recent games, which suggests they are in good form leading up to this matchup.


Feb 22, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts (13) dunks the ball during the second half against the Tulane Green Wave at Fertitta Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against Jackson State Tigers, the Cougars dominated with an 89-55 victory. Their aggressive play resulted in 18 steals and a high assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.33, indicating efficient ball handling and teamwork. They also capitalized on turnovers, scoring 31 points off them while making significant contributions from both inside and outside the paint.


The previous encounter with Rice Owls saw a similar pattern of dominance by Houston, as they secured a comfortable win with a scoreline of 75-39. The team's rebounding was particularly noteworthy; they outrebounded Rice by 14 boards and converted those into second-chance points effectively.


However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Houston as evidenced by their game against Xavier Musketeers at Cintas Center where they narrowly edged out their opponents with a score of 66-60. Despite lower shooting percentages than usual, Houston's defensive prowess shone through with nine blocks and eight steals contributing significantly to their win.


The upcoming game at Fertitta Center is expected to be another display of Houston's ability to control both ends of the court. With recent trends showing strong defensive plays coupled with effective scoring runs, fans can anticipate another thrilling home performance.


Mark your calendars for December 22nd at 1:00 AM UTC when you can catch all the action live on ESPN+. Whether you're cheering from Fertitta Center or tuning in online, this is one game you won't want to miss!

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