Rice Owls Edge Out Houston Cougars in Overtime Battle at Tudor Fieldhouse

The Rice Owls emerged victorious with a nail-biting 91-88 win over the Houston Cougars. The game, which extended into double overtime, saw the Owls improve their record to an impressive tally while the Cougars faced another setback in their season's campaign.

In a closely contested match at Tudor Fieldhouse, the Rice Owls showcased resilience and determination. The home team trailed by two points after the first quarter but managed to keep up with the relentless pace set by the visiting Houston Cougars. Despite falling behind again in the second quarter, Rice fought back valiantly in subsequent periods.

The third quarter was pivotal for Rice as they outscored Houston by five points, setting up a thrilling fourth quarter where they continued their ascendancy with a two-point advantage. This effort forced the game into overtime after both teams were locked at 69 points each at regulation time.

Overtime was an intense affair as both teams scored nine points apiece in the first extension period. However, it was during the second overtime that Rice took control of proceedings. They outscored Houston by three points to seal a hard-fought victory.

Key players for Rice displayed exceptional performances throughout this high-pressure encounter. Their offensive and defensive plays during crucial moments of overtime were instrumental in clinching this win against a formidable opponent like Houston.

The upcoming game for Rice will be against Sam Houston State Bearkats at Tudor Fieldhouse located at 6100 Main Street, Houston TX on December 16th scheduled for 11:15 AM local time. Fans eager to support their team can catch all live action from this encounter as it unfolds on court without any broadcast networks covering this event.