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Thursday, November 16
TD Arena – Charleston, S.C.
5:30 p.m. CT
University of Houston
4-0,0-0Big 12
65
vs
49
Towson
2-2,0-0CAA
1
2
F
Houston
37
28
65
Towson
17
32
49
#6/6 Men's Basketball Tames the Tigers
11/16/2023 6:55:00 PM | Men's Basketball
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Senior guard LJ Cryer leads with 18 points; Senior forward J'Wan Roberts snares 11 rebounds
CHARLESTON, S.C. – University of Houston senior guard LJ Cryer led all players with 18 points as the sixth-ranked Cougars opened the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic with a 65-49 win over Towson inside TD Arena on Thursday evening.
In the first meeting between the two schools and their first appearance at the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic, the Cougars outrebounded the Tigers, 38-31, with 10 offensive boards and turned 10 Tiger turnovers into 16 points in the win.
In a close game early, the Cougars used a 16-2 run to turn an 8-5 advantage into a 24-7 lead midway through the opening half. Houston would never lead by fewer than 14 points for the rest of the way and pushed their lead to 25 in the second half.
Sophomore guard Emanuel Sharp finished with 14 points, thanks to three 3-pointers, and grabbed three rebounds while sophomore forward Ja'Vier Francis totaled 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting with three rebounds and an assist.
Senior forward J'Wan Roberts scored five points but led all players with 11 rebounds. Senior point guard Jamal Shead finished with nine points, eight assists, two steals and only one turnover in just more than 24 minutes of action.
Christian May was the only Tiger to reach double-digit points with 10 while Charles Thompson added a team-high nine rebounds.
With the win, Houston improved to 4-0 for the 17th time in school history. Towson dropped to 2-2.
UP NEXT
• Following Thursday's game, Houston continues its stay at the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic.
• The Cougars will face the winner of Utah-Wake Forest at 3:30 p.m. (CST) Friday. That game will air on ESPN2 and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the Varsity Network app.
• Sunday's opponent, game time and broadcasting network will be determined by the bracket results.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the Varsity Network app.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference.
Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win as we begin Big 12 competition. Click here to rise and be counted.
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 (4687).
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In the first meeting between the two schools and their first appearance at the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic, the Cougars outrebounded the Tigers, 38-31, with 10 offensive boards and turned 10 Tiger turnovers into 16 points in the win.
In a close game early, the Cougars used a 16-2 run to turn an 8-5 advantage into a 24-7 lead midway through the opening half. Houston would never lead by fewer than 14 points for the rest of the way and pushed their lead to 25 in the second half.
Sophomore guard Emanuel Sharp finished with 14 points, thanks to three 3-pointers, and grabbed three rebounds while sophomore forward Ja'Vier Francis totaled 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting with three rebounds and an assist.
Senior forward J'Wan Roberts scored five points but led all players with 11 rebounds. Senior point guard Jamal Shead finished with nine points, eight assists, two steals and only one turnover in just more than 24 minutes of action.
Christian May was the only Tiger to reach double-digit points with 10 while Charles Thompson added a team-high nine rebounds.
With the win, Houston improved to 4-0 for the 17th time in school history. Towson dropped to 2-2.
UP NEXT
• Following Thursday's game, Houston continues its stay at the Shriners Children's Charleston Classic.
• The Cougars will face the winner of Utah-Wake Forest at 3:30 p.m. (CST) Friday. That game will air on ESPN2 and can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the Varsity Network app.
• Sunday's opponent, game time and broadcasting network will be determined by the bracket results.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC and the Varsity Network app.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference.
Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win as we begin Big 12 competition. Click here to rise and be counted.
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 (4687).
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.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
UH
Towson
FG%
.414
.381
3FG%
.412
.267
FT%
.714
.520
RB
38
31
TO
9
10
STL
6
4
Game Leaders
Pts
18
FGM
6
3FGM
3
FTM
3
Pts
14
FGM
4
3FGM
3
FTM
3
Pts
10
FGM
5
3FGM
0
FTM
0
Pts
9
FGM
4
3FGM
0
FTM
1
Players Mentioned
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