University of Houston Athletics
Houston Ready to Face Tulsa on Wednesday
1/19/2021 2:32:00 PM | Men's Basketball
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Cougars tip off vs. Golden Hurricane at 7 p.m., inside Fertitta Center
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Men's Basketball program continues its homestand when it plays host to Tulsa at 7 p.m., Wednesday, inside the Fertitta Center.
Winners of its last four games, the eighth-ranked Cougars enter Wednesday's game following an impressive 75-58 win over UCF on Sunday inside the Fertitta Center. Houston jumped out to a 45-19 halftime lead and never looked back in sweeping the regular-season series against the Knights.
Senior forward Justin Gorham posted 15 points and 10 rebounds for his team-leading fourth double-double of the season. The Columbia, Md., native leads the Cougars and the American Athletic Conference with 9.2 rebounds including 4.8 offensive rebounds, per game and ranks third nationally in the latter category.
Senior guard Quentin Grimes continues to lead the Cougars and rank third in the league with 17.8 points per game, while sophomore guard Marcus Sasser stands sixth with 15.5 points per contest. Houston is the only school with two of the league's Top-Six scorers.
Wednesday's game features two of the Top-Three teams in The American. Houston leads the league with a 6-1 mark with the Golden Hurricane in third at 5-2.
The two teams rank 1-2 in the league in scoring defense. The Cougars top the conference, allowing only 56.5 points per game, while Tulsa is second at 60.9 points per game.
Houston will have revenge on its mind after Tulsa handed the Cougars their lone loss of the season with a 65-64 decision in Tulsa on Dec. 29, 2020.
GAMEDAY PROTOCOLS
• To create the safest possible environment while combating COVID-19, UH Athletics is encouraging all fans to participate in self-assessment screening prior to attending games this fall. Symptoms include but are not limited to fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches and loss of taste or smell. A link to the self-assessment can be found by clicking here.
• As part of Houston Athletics enhanced safety and cleaning measures, all athletic venues will be regularly sanitized and disinfected in all high-frequency touch points and locations throughout our facilities.
• All fans will be required to wear a mask or proper face guard shield while on University property and inside its venues along with being asked to regularly wash their hands and properly distance themselves when possible.
• Hand sanitizer dispensers will be in place throughout the entire arena. Plexiglass guards will be located at all points-of-sale, and social distancing markings will be installed to assist with queuing.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Wednesday's game on ESPN+ with David Saltzman (play-by-play) and Reid Gettys (analyst).
• Fans can hear Wednesday's game on KPRC 950 AM or on the TuneIn app with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play) and Hall of Famer Elvin Hayes (analyst). The pregame show begins at 6:45 p.m.
PROMOTIONS
• For Wednesday's game, fans are encouraged to wear black for the Cougars' annual Blackout game.
• The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free T-shirt upon entering through the Holman Street doors. Doors open at 6 p.m., Wednesday.
ABOUT TULSA
• Tulsa brings an 8-4 overall record and 5-2 mark in American Athletic Conference play into Wednesday's game inside the Fertitta Center.
• Golden Hurricane stand in third in the league standings through games of Jan. 15.
• Tulsa is 3-1 in road games with a 3-1 mark in American play in 2020-21.
• Tulsa has won seven of it last eight games. Only a 72-53 loss at Wichita State on Jan. 13 prevents a longer streak.
• In its most recent action, Tulsa claimed a 58-57 win over Memphis on Sunday in Tulsa, Okla.
• Against Memphis, senior guard Elijah Joiner led Tulsa with 14 points and five rebounds... Senior guard Brandon Rachal totaled 12 points with three rebounds and two steals.
• This season, Rachal leads Tulsa with 14.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game. Joiner tops the team with 3.8 assists per contest.
• Head Coach Frank Haith is in his seventh as head coach at Tulsa and his 17th season as a collegiate head coach.
• Haith has built a 332-209 record during his career... Has compiled a 124-80 mark with Tulsa.
• Previously built a 79-28 record at Missouri (2011-14) and a 129-101 mark at Miami (Fla.).
• Haith is 6-7 against Houston during his career with all 13 previous meetings coming during his Tulsa tenure.
• Haith has posted a 6-7 record against Houston Head Coach Kelvin Sampson during their careers... All 13 previous meetings coming during his Tulsa tenure and Sampson's Houston tenure.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, the Cougars wrap up their homestand when they play host to Cincinnati at 11 a.m., Saturday, in the Fertitta Center.
• Game will be shown on CBS Sports and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the TuneIn app.
• From there, Cougars hit the road to take on Tulane at 8 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 28, inside Devlin Fieldhouse.
• Game will air on ESPN2 and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the TuneIn app.
• Houston claimed a 71-50 win over the Green Wave in the Fertitta Center on Jan. 9.
JOIN the 2021-22 SEASON-TICKET PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Houston Men's Basketball fans can join the season ticket priority wait list for the 2021-22 season inside the Fertitta Center with a $75 deposit today. To place a deposit for the 2021 season, click here or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-4667).
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, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
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's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
Winners of its last four games, the eighth-ranked Cougars enter Wednesday's game following an impressive 75-58 win over UCF on Sunday inside the Fertitta Center. Houston jumped out to a 45-19 halftime lead and never looked back in sweeping the regular-season series against the Knights.
Senior forward Justin Gorham posted 15 points and 10 rebounds for his team-leading fourth double-double of the season. The Columbia, Md., native leads the Cougars and the American Athletic Conference with 9.2 rebounds including 4.8 offensive rebounds, per game and ranks third nationally in the latter category.
Senior guard Quentin Grimes continues to lead the Cougars and rank third in the league with 17.8 points per game, while sophomore guard Marcus Sasser stands sixth with 15.5 points per contest. Houston is the only school with two of the league's Top-Six scorers.
Wednesday's game features two of the Top-Three teams in The American. Houston leads the league with a 6-1 mark with the Golden Hurricane in third at 5-2.
The two teams rank 1-2 in the league in scoring defense. The Cougars top the conference, allowing only 56.5 points per game, while Tulsa is second at 60.9 points per game.
Houston will have revenge on its mind after Tulsa handed the Cougars their lone loss of the season with a 65-64 decision in Tulsa on Dec. 29, 2020.
GAMEDAY PROTOCOLS
• To create the safest possible environment while combating COVID-19, UH Athletics is encouraging all fans to participate in self-assessment screening prior to attending games this fall. Symptoms include but are not limited to fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches and loss of taste or smell. A link to the self-assessment can be found by clicking here.
• As part of Houston Athletics enhanced safety and cleaning measures, all athletic venues will be regularly sanitized and disinfected in all high-frequency touch points and locations throughout our facilities.
• All fans will be required to wear a mask or proper face guard shield while on University property and inside its venues along with being asked to regularly wash their hands and properly distance themselves when possible.
• Hand sanitizer dispensers will be in place throughout the entire arena. Plexiglass guards will be located at all points-of-sale, and social distancing markings will be installed to assist with queuing.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Wednesday's game on ESPN+ with David Saltzman (play-by-play) and Reid Gettys (analyst).
• Fans can hear Wednesday's game on KPRC 950 AM or on the TuneIn app with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play) and Hall of Famer Elvin Hayes (analyst). The pregame show begins at 6:45 p.m.
PROMOTIONS
• For Wednesday's game, fans are encouraged to wear black for the Cougars' annual Blackout game.
• The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free T-shirt upon entering through the Holman Street doors. Doors open at 6 p.m., Wednesday.
ABOUT TULSA
• Tulsa brings an 8-4 overall record and 5-2 mark in American Athletic Conference play into Wednesday's game inside the Fertitta Center.
• Golden Hurricane stand in third in the league standings through games of Jan. 15.
• Tulsa is 3-1 in road games with a 3-1 mark in American play in 2020-21.
• Tulsa has won seven of it last eight games. Only a 72-53 loss at Wichita State on Jan. 13 prevents a longer streak.
• In its most recent action, Tulsa claimed a 58-57 win over Memphis on Sunday in Tulsa, Okla.
• Against Memphis, senior guard Elijah Joiner led Tulsa with 14 points and five rebounds... Senior guard Brandon Rachal totaled 12 points with three rebounds and two steals.
• This season, Rachal leads Tulsa with 14.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game. Joiner tops the team with 3.8 assists per contest.
• Head Coach Frank Haith is in his seventh as head coach at Tulsa and his 17th season as a collegiate head coach.
• Haith has built a 332-209 record during his career... Has compiled a 124-80 mark with Tulsa.
• Previously built a 79-28 record at Missouri (2011-14) and a 129-101 mark at Miami (Fla.).
• Haith is 6-7 against Houston during his career with all 13 previous meetings coming during his Tulsa tenure.
• Haith has posted a 6-7 record against Houston Head Coach Kelvin Sampson during their careers... All 13 previous meetings coming during his Tulsa tenure and Sampson's Houston tenure.
UP NEXT
• Following Wednesday's game, the Cougars wrap up their homestand when they play host to Cincinnati at 11 a.m., Saturday, in the Fertitta Center.
• Game will be shown on CBS Sports and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the TuneIn app.
• From there, Cougars hit the road to take on Tulane at 8 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 28, inside Devlin Fieldhouse.
• Game will air on ESPN2 and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the TuneIn app.
• Houston claimed a 71-50 win over the Green Wave in the Fertitta Center on Jan. 9.
JOIN the 2021-22 SEASON-TICKET PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Houston Men's Basketball fans can join the season ticket priority wait list for the 2021-22 season inside the Fertitta Center with a $75 deposit today. To place a deposit for the 2021 season, click here or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-4667).
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, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
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's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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