TCU Horned Frogs' Paint Power Falls Short Against Houston Cougars

The Texas Christian University Horned Frogs faced a challenging encounter against the Houston Cougars, ending with a 79-70 scoreline. The game left TCU with a 0-1 record, while the Cougars improved to 1-0. Despite their efforts, the Frogs couldn't overcome the Coogs' strategic play and precise execution.

First Half

In the first half, TCU struggled to find their rhythm as they trailed behind with only 30 points compared to Houston's 43. The Horned Frogs showcased some strong plays in the paint but were unable to capitalize on several opportunities. Xavier Edmonds led TCU's charge under the basket, contributing significantly with his field goals and rebounds.

Second Half

The second half saw an improved performance from TCU as they scored 40 points. Jayden Pierre was instrumental in orchestrating plays and maintaining pressure on H-Town's defense. However, despite their efforts in fast breaks and drawing fouls effectively—resulting in numerous free throw attempts—their conversion rate of just 64 percent hindered their comeback chances.

Game-Changing Plays

Houston maintained control through effective three-point shooting at a rate of 39 percent and an impressive free throw accuracy of 92 percent. Their ability to capitalize on turnovers proved crucial as they converted these into valuable points off turnovers throughout both halves.

Despite being outscored by nine points overall, TCU displayed resilience by closing gaps during critical moments but ultimately fell short due to missed opportunities at key junctures—a factor highlighted when reviewing game-changing plays between these two teams.

Looking ahead for fans eager for more action: mark your calendars! The next matchup sees our beloved Horned Frogs taking on Colorado Buffaloes at CU Events Center this February—catch all live coverage via TNT starting from February 1st at approximately around noon Eastern Time (12:00 PM EDT). Share this article if you enjoyed reading about today's exciting clash!