Overview
- Kingston Flemings had 19 points with nine assists, and Emanuel Sharp matched him with 19 while hitting 5 of 9 from three.
- Houston dominated the boards 46-32 and posted a 40-20 advantage in paint points as Oakland shot 31%.
- The Cougars jumped to an 8-0 start and built a 39-17 halftime lead after closing the half with six straight points.
- Chris Cenac Jr. scored 11 as Houston shot 45% overall and finished 9-for-31 from beyond the arc.
- Isaac Garrett led Oakland with 20 points and seven rebounds; next, Houston visits No. 22 Auburn on Sunday and Oakland hosts Defiance on Saturday.