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Cincinnati Bearcats vs Houston Cougars Recap - Houston Wins 67-59

Houston grabbed a 67-59 win over Cincinnati on Tuesday, behind a 22-point effort from L.J. Cryer at Fertitta Center.

Houston earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -13.5-point spread.

Houston got 15 points from J'Wan Roberts and another 11 points from Emanuel Sharp. Jamal Shead contributed 11 assists, while J'Wan Roberts cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.

Cincinnati got 11 points from Viktor Lakhin in a losing cause and another 11 points from Simas Lukosius. Day Day Thomas contributed 6 assists for them, while Viktor Lakhin had 9 rebounds.

Houston led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Cincinnati had a 39-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Oklahoma. Cincinnati will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Kansas State.