A Lopsided Result
The Houston Cougars secured a commanding 92-46 victory over the visiting Jacksonville State Gamecocks on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The win was decided in the first half, where Houston established an insurmountable lead before halftime, ultimately finishing with a 45-23 advantage after two quarters and adding another 47-23 edge in the second half.
Key Performances
Dedan Thomas Jr. was the standout player for Houston, contributing 17 points and dishing out seven assists throughout the contest. He was supported by strong rebounding from Joseph Tugler, who grabbed eight boards for the Cougars. For Jacksonville State, Naas Cunningham led the team in scoring with 13 points, while Leon Horner facilitated the offense with four assists.
Jordan Stiemke controlled the glass for the Gamecocks, securing seven rebounds.
First Half Dominance
Houston’s defense stifled Jacksonville State early. The Cougars jumped out to a 2-0 lead on free throws by Joseph Tugler before Ethan Croley tied the game at 2-2 with a hook shot. However, Houston quickly pulled away behind efficient shooting and ball movement.
Dedan Thomas Jr. hit multiple shots from beyond the arc and at the rim, including several assisted threes from Mercy Miller and others. By halftime, Houston had built a 45-23 lead, fueled by balanced scoring and effective perimeter defense that limited Jacksonville State to just one made three-pointer in the half.
