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Houston Defeats South Carolina 77-67 - Recap
Houston got 23 points from Quentin Grimes as they ran past South Carolina 77-67 on Saturday at Fertitta Center.
Houston won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -8.5-point spread as favorites.
Houston got 18 points from Tramon Mark and another 11 points from DeJon Jarreau. DeJon Jarreau contributed 3 assists, while DeJon Jarreau cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
South Carolina got a 13-point performance from Justin Minaya, who was supported by 10 points from Keyshawn Bryant. AJ Lawson had 3 assists in a losing cause for South Carolina, while Trae Hannibal grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed South Carolina were victorious, as the score was 35-32 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 34 boards, while South Carolina only had 30
Next game, Houston takes its act home to face Sam Houston State looking for another win. For South Carolina, they head home to face Wofford.