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Kent State Falls 49-44 Against Houston - Game Recap
Houston grabbed a 49-44 win over Kent State on Saturday, behind a 19-point effort from Marcus Sasser at Fertitta Center.
Houston won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -19.0-point spread.
J'Wan Roberts had 11 points for Houston and Jamal Shead chipped in with 6 points. Tramon Mark had 3 assists for them, while J'Wan Roberts was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Kent State got a 14-point performance from VonCameron Davis, who was supported by 11 points from Malique Jacobs. Giovanni Santiago had 4 assists in a losing cause for Kent State, while Malique Jacobs grabbed 7 rebounds.
Houston was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 50 boards, while Kent State only had 30
Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Norfolk State. Kent State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. South Dakota State.