University of Houston Athletics
Monday, November 24
MGM Grand Garden Arena – Las Vegas, Nev.
5 p.m. (CT)
University of Houston
6-0,0-0Big 12
78
vs
74
Syracuse
4-1,0-0ACC
1
2
OT 1
F
Syracuse
34
33
7
74
Houston
37
30
11
78
Photo by: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
#3/2 Men’s Basketball Outlasts Syracuse in Overtime on Monday
11/24/2025 1:27:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Senior guards Emanuel Sharp and Milos Uzan each tally 26 points
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Senior guards Emanuel Sharp and Milos Uzan each scored 26 points and teamed for all 11 of the #2/3 University of Houston Men's Basketball program's points in overtime during the Cougars' 78-74 victory over Syracuse on the first day of the Players Era Championship inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on Monday afternoon.
Uzan, playing in his hometown, scored six points in OT, and Sharp had five to keep the Cougars (6-0) undefeated.
Uzan enjoyed a career-high points total and surpassed his previous high of 25 points against rv/#24 Arizona during the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship Title Game on March 15, 2025.
Freshman center/forward Chris Cenac Jr. scored all eight of his points after halftime and had 12 rebounds for his third double-digit rebounding performance of the season.
Tyler Betse led Syracuse (4-1) with 16 points while Kiyan Anthony added 10 points.
Houston led by just two points before going on a nine-point run to take a 65-54 lead with 4:56 left to seemingly seize control.
However, the Orange went on a 11-point surge, with Betsey making a transition 3-pointer with 54.6 seconds to catch the Cougars at 67-67.
That sent the game into overtime, where Sharp and Uzan took over.
UP NEXT
• Following Monday's game, Houston continues its stay at the Players Era Championship.
• The Cougars face #17/16 Tennessee at 5 p.m. (CST), Tuesday, Nov. 25, inside MGM Grand Garden Arena
• That game will air on TNT and HBO Max.
• Houston's final Players Era Championship opponent on Wednesday will be determined by results from the first two days.
• From there, the Cougars meet Florida State during the Houston Hoops Showdown inside Toyota Center at 7 p.m., Saturday, December 6.
• That game will air on Peacock.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Tuesday's game on TNT with Brandon Gaudin (play-by-play), Robbie Hummel (analyst) and Nabil Karim (reporter) calling.
• Fans can hear Tuesday's game on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and SiriusXM Ch. 117 or Ch. 198 with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play). The pregame show begins at 4:45 p.m. (CST), Tuesday.
• Fans can follow live stats from Tuesday's game by clicking here.
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to 16 home games inside Fertitta Center with seven in non-conference play and nine in Big 12 action in 2025-26.
Fans can purchase Houston Hoops Showdown tickets to watch the Cougars face Florida State inside Toyota Center on Dec. 6 by clicking here.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
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.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X 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.
Uzan, playing in his hometown, scored six points in OT, and Sharp had five to keep the Cougars (6-0) undefeated.
Uzan enjoyed a career-high points total and surpassed his previous high of 25 points against rv/#24 Arizona during the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship Title Game on March 15, 2025.
Freshman center/forward Chris Cenac Jr. scored all eight of his points after halftime and had 12 rebounds for his third double-digit rebounding performance of the season.
Tyler Betse led Syracuse (4-1) with 16 points while Kiyan Anthony added 10 points.
Houston led by just two points before going on a nine-point run to take a 65-54 lead with 4:56 left to seemingly seize control.
However, the Orange went on a 11-point surge, with Betsey making a transition 3-pointer with 54.6 seconds to catch the Cougars at 67-67.
That sent the game into overtime, where Sharp and Uzan took over.
UP NEXT
• Following Monday's game, Houston continues its stay at the Players Era Championship.
• The Cougars face #17/16 Tennessee at 5 p.m. (CST), Tuesday, Nov. 25, inside MGM Grand Garden Arena
• That game will air on TNT and HBO Max.
• Houston's final Players Era Championship opponent on Wednesday will be determined by results from the first two days.
• From there, the Cougars meet Florida State during the Houston Hoops Showdown inside Toyota Center at 7 p.m., Saturday, December 6.
• That game will air on Peacock.
• All Houston Men's Basketball games can be heard on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and Sirius XM Radio.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Tuesday's game on TNT with Brandon Gaudin (play-by-play), Robbie Hummel (analyst) and Nabil Karim (reporter) calling.
• Fans can hear Tuesday's game on 950 AM KPRC, the Varsity Network app and SiriusXM Ch. 117 or Ch. 198 with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play). The pregame show begins at 4:45 p.m. (CST), Tuesday.
• Fans can follow live stats from Tuesday's game by clicking here.
BUY TICKETS
Single-game home tickets for all games inside Fertitta Center are now on sale, and fans are encouraged to purchase quickly while supplies last. The two-time defending Big 12 Conference Champions, Houston will play host to 16 home games inside Fertitta Center with seven in non-conference play and nine in Big 12 action in 2025-26.
Fans can purchase Houston Hoops Showdown tickets to watch the Cougars face Florida State inside Toyota Center on Dec. 6 by clicking here.
Fans interested in purchasing group tickets may complete this form to be contacted by a member of the Houston Athletics Tickets Sales staff.
Non-season ticket holders interested in purchasing season tickets are invited to place their names on the Season Ticket Wait List by clicking here.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Men's Basketball by providing NIL opportunities and by joining the 50-50 Club, which provides financial support directly to Houston Men's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
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.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on X 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
SU
UH
FG%
.429
.364
3FG%
.258
.407
FT%
.414
.704
RB
43
49
TO
13
13
STL
6
9
Game Leaders
Pts
26
FGM
8
3FGM
4
FTM
6
Pts
26
FGM
6
3FGM
3
FTM
11
Pts
9
FGM
3
3FGM
2
FTM
1
Pts
8
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
1
Players Mentioned
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