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Did Houston Cougars' Defense Overpower New Orleans Privateers at Fertitta Center?

The Houston Cougars showcased their dominance with a commanding 99-57 victory over the New Orleans Privateers, improving their record to 7-0. The game took place at the Fertitta Center, where the Coogs displayed an impressive offensive and defensive performance. The Privateers, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm and fell to a 0-7 record.


Mar 18, 2023; Birmingham, AL, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson talks with guard Emanuel Sharp (21) and guard Terrance Arceneaux (23) during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Legacy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


In the first half, Houston set the tone early by scoring 44 points while limiting New Orleans to just 23. The Coogs' defense was relentless, forcing turnovers and capitalizing on them with fast-break points. Ramon Walker Jr., one of Houston's standout players from previous games, contributed significantly in this period with his sharp shooting and defensive prowess.


Second Half


The second half saw an even more aggressive approach from Houston as they added another 55 points to their tally. Kingston Flemings played a pivotal role in maintaining pressure on both ends of the court. His ability to steal possession led directly to several scoring opportunities for his team. Meanwhile, Cedric Lath's presence in the paint was felt as he dominated rebounds and blocked shots effectively.


Despite efforts from New Orleans' bench contributing 28 points overall, they couldn't close the gap created by H-Town's efficient offense which shot at a remarkable field goal percentage of 54 percent throughout the game.


Houston Cougars post-match stats reveal that they excelled in assists with a total of 23 compared to New Orleans’ mere seven assists. This statistic highlights how well-coordinated plays were executed by H-Town during this encounter.


As fans look forward eagerly towards future matches after analyzing what went wrong for Houston Cougars opponents today; it is clear that teamwork combined with individual brilliance makes them formidable contenders this season!


Looking ahead: Mark your calendars! The next challenge awaits when our beloved Coogs face off against Arkansas Razorbacks on December 20th at Prudential Center located in Newark NJ scheduled for broadcast via CBS TV network starting promptly around late afternoon hours (5:30 PM EDT). Don't miss out – tune into watch live action unfold!


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