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Wednesday, January 15
Houston
8 p.m.
University of Houston
13-4, 3-1AAC
71
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62
SMU
12-4, 2-2AAC
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SMU
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62
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White Jr. Leads Houston to Victory
1/15/2020 10:24:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Junior forward secures second double-double of season
HOUSTON – University of Houston junior forward Fabian White Jr. posted 17 points and 10 rebounds for his second double-double of the season to lead the Cougars to a 71-62 win over SMU inside Fertitta Center on Thursday night.
White, who is one of only two two-year lettermen on the roster, connected on 6-of-12 shots from the field and grabbed six offensive boards with an assist and steal to lead the Cougars to their sixth win in the last seven games.
With the win, Houston improved to 13-4 overall and joined No. 16/16 Wichita State, Cincinnati and Tulsa in a tie for the American Athletic Conference lead at 3-1. SMU fell to 12-4 overall and 2-2 in league play.
The two teams went back and forth early before SMU pulled to within 18-17 following Emanuel Bandoumel's jumper with 9:20 remaining in the first half.
Fortunately, the Cougars closed the half on a 13-3 run to take a 31-20 lead into the locker room at the break. Sophomore guard Quentin Grimes ignited the rally with its first five points.
In the second half, SMU trimmed the deficit and moved to within four points or closer on multiple occasions, but the Cougars responded each time.
After Isiaha Mike's 3-pointer with 2:36 left moved SMU to within 63-58, the Cougars scored six of the game's next eight points – all from the free throw line – to seal the victory.
Redshirt freshman guard Caleb Mills totaled 15 points, while sophomore guard Nate Hinton finished with 14 points and nine rebounds with a pair of steals. Junior guard DeJon Jarreau added nine points with eight rebounds and a pair of assists to lead the Cougars.
SMU guard Kendric Davis led all players with 19 points on 8-of-14 shooting. Forward Feron Hunt totaled 14 points, while guard Tyson Jolly led the Mustangs with eight rebounds.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, Cougars take on #16/16 Wichita State inside Koch Arena in Wichita, Kan., at 3 p.m., Saturday.
• Will be the first of two regular-season meetings against the Shockers (Feb. 9 • Fertitta Center).
• Game can be seen on ESPN2 or ESPNU and can be heard on KPRC 950 AM and the TuneIn app.
• Cougars return to Fertitta Center to meet UConn at 8 p.m., Jan. 23.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
White, who is one of only two two-year lettermen on the roster, connected on 6-of-12 shots from the field and grabbed six offensive boards with an assist and steal to lead the Cougars to their sixth win in the last seven games.
With the win, Houston improved to 13-4 overall and joined No. 16/16 Wichita State, Cincinnati and Tulsa in a tie for the American Athletic Conference lead at 3-1. SMU fell to 12-4 overall and 2-2 in league play.
The two teams went back and forth early before SMU pulled to within 18-17 following Emanuel Bandoumel's jumper with 9:20 remaining in the first half.
Fortunately, the Cougars closed the half on a 13-3 run to take a 31-20 lead into the locker room at the break. Sophomore guard Quentin Grimes ignited the rally with its first five points.
In the second half, SMU trimmed the deficit and moved to within four points or closer on multiple occasions, but the Cougars responded each time.
After Isiaha Mike's 3-pointer with 2:36 left moved SMU to within 63-58, the Cougars scored six of the game's next eight points – all from the free throw line – to seal the victory.
Redshirt freshman guard Caleb Mills totaled 15 points, while sophomore guard Nate Hinton finished with 14 points and nine rebounds with a pair of steals. Junior guard DeJon Jarreau added nine points with eight rebounds and a pair of assists to lead the Cougars.
SMU guard Kendric Davis led all players with 19 points on 8-of-14 shooting. Forward Feron Hunt totaled 14 points, while guard Tyson Jolly led the Mustangs with eight rebounds.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, Cougars take on #16/16 Wichita State inside Koch Arena in Wichita, Kan., at 3 p.m., Saturday.
• Will be the first of two regular-season meetings against the Shockers (Feb. 9 • Fertitta Center).
• Game can be seen on ESPN2 or ESPNU and can be heard on KPRC 950 AM and the TuneIn app.
• Cougars return to Fertitta Center to meet UConn at 8 p.m., Jan. 23.
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, a signed basketball, invitations to practice, a tour of the $25 million Guy V. Lewis Development Facility, regular updates about the program and much more.
To join the 50-50 Club, fans can call 713-743-9742 or email UHMensBasketball@uh.edu. For more information about the 50-50 Club, levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team' Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
SMU
HOU
FG%
.403
.429
3FG%
.240
.316
FT%
.462
.773
RB
34
45
TO
8
11
STL
8
6
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
17
FGM
6
3FGM
0
FTM
5
Pts
15
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
4
Pts
14
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
3
Pts
9
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
2
Players Mentioned
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