Houston Stuns Kansas in Double Overtime Thriller
LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Houston Cougars pulled off a stunning upset, defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 92-86 in double overtime Saturday night at Allen Fieldhouse.The win keeps Houston perfect in Big 12 play and ends an eight-game losing streak for Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson at the historic venue.
With 20 seconds remaining in the first overtime and Kansas leading by six,the unexpected unfolded. Kansas point guard Dajuan Harris, who had made 99.4% of his free throw attempts at Allen Fieldhouse, missed both shots after grabbing a rebound. Houston centre Joseph Tugler pulled down the rebound, leading to a series of incredible plays that culminated in Emanuel Sharp drilling a game-tying 3-pointer with 7.5 seconds left. Sharp, who had missed Wednesday’s game with an ankle injury, was only able to practice Saturday morning.
the improbable sequence defied statistical predictions.According to Ken Pomeroy’s calculations, Houston had a mere 0.4% chance of winning after Harris’ missed free throws.
The Cougars carried their momentum into double overtime, outscoring the Jayhawks 14-8 to secure the monumental victory.
The win showcased Houston’s resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities. For Kansas,the loss ends a remarkable streak of success at Allen Fieldhouse,where the “Beware of the Phog” banner typically presaged victories for the Jayhawks.
Houston’s Mylik Wilson Sinks Clutch Three to Force Overtime Against Utah
In a thrilling showdown against Utah, Houston guard Mylik Wilson delivered a clutch three-pointer with 4.3 seconds left, tying the game and sending it into overtime. Wilson’s heroics capped a remarkable performance where he matched his career-high 15 points.
The Cougars found themselves trailing by seven at halftime, but Wilson’s hot shooting in the first half kept them within striking distance. He was a perfect 4-of-4 from the field, scoring nine points.
Earlier in the game, with the Cougars trailing late, Wilson received a pass from teammate Jamal Shead, who was unable to find an open teammate against Utah’s stifling defense. The experienced Wilson, recognizing the situation, quickly dribbled back with his left hand to ensure he was beyond the three-point line before launching a high-arching shot that swished through the net, tying the game at 63.
Wilson’s journey to this moment has been one of perseverance. After starting his career at louisiana and transferring to Texas Tech, he arrived at houston with limited confidence. He redshirted his first year with the Cougars, focusing on improving his game in practice and pickup games.
His commitment to improvement was evident in his relentless work ethic. He spent countless hours refining his shooting with assistant coach Anthony Goldwire, and his dedication paid off against Utah.
“It’s been a crazy journey,” Wilson said.
Houston Stuns Kansas in double Overtime Thriller
In a stunning upset, the Houston Cougars defeated the Kansas Jayhawks 92-86 in double overtime at a raucous Allen Fieldhouse. Sixth-year forward J’wan Roberts emerged as the unlikely hero, scoring a career-high 24 points on a career-high 21 shots, including 9 points in the second overtime.
roberts’ Lefty Hook Becomes Offensive Focal Point
Roberts, who arrived at Houston as a redshirt and initially played a role feeding the ball to star players like Quentin Grimes and Marcus sasser, has developed into a low-post scoring threat thanks to his reliable left-handed hook shot. Head coach Kelvin Sampson recognized Roberts’ progress, featuring him prominently in the Cougars’ offence, notably against smaller defenders. against bigger opponents, Sampson leveraged Roberts’ ability to power his way to the basket for his signature hook.
“We had a lot of shooters that I played with — Quentin Grimes, Marcus (Sasser), Caleb (Mills), Tramon (Mark) — I just let them do their thing and I just try to find different ways to score and impact winning,” Roberts said. “When I wasn’t the first or second option, I just got the ball off the rim and scored that way.”
trading Blows with Kansas’ Bigs
Roberts went head-to-head with Kansas’ formidable frontcourt duo of Hunter Dickinson and Flory Bidunga, matching them blow-for-blow throughout the game. The Jayhawks leaned on their inside presence to keep them in contention, but Roberts and the Cougars refused to back down.
“Twenty-one shots is crazy!” roberts exclaimed. “I’d had shot the ball 10 more times, because I trust myself and I trust the work I put in.”
Sampson Captures Elusive Victory at Allen Fieldhouse
the victory marked a significant milestone for Sampson, who had long sought a win at the notoriously challenging Allen Fieldhouse.His wife, Karen, captured the moment with a scoreboard picture, documenting the historic upset.
“I stayed in the gym, kept working year after year, and now it’s here. I’m here,” Sampson said after the game.
### **Houston vs.Kansas: Double Overtime Thriller**
Houston Stuns Kansas in Double Overtime Thriller
LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Houston Cougars pulled off a stunning upset, defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 92-86 in double overtime Saturday night at Allen Fieldhouse.The win keeps Houston perfect in big 12 play and ends an eight-game losing streak for Cougars coach Kelvin Sampson at the historic venue.
With 20 seconds remaining in the first overtime and Kansas leading by six,the unexpected unfolded. Kansas point guard Dajuan Harris, who had made 99.4% of his free throw attempts at Allen Fieldhouse, missed both shots after grabbing a rebound. Houston center Joseph Tugler pulled down the rebound, leading to a series of amazing plays that culminated in Emanuel Sharp drilling a game-tying 3-pointer with 7.5 seconds left. Sharp, who had missed Wednesday’s game with an ankle injury, was only able to practice saturday morning.
the improbable sequence defied statistical predictions.According to Ken Pomeroy’s calculations, Houston had a mere 0.4% chance of winning after Harris’ missed free throws.
The Cougars carried their momentum into double overtime, outscoring the Jayhawks 14-8 to secure the monumental victory.
The win showcased Houston’s resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities. For Kansas,the loss ends a remarkable streak of success at Allen Fieldhouse,where the “Beware of the Phog” banner typically presaged victories for the Jayhawks.
Houston’s Mylik Wilson Sinks Clutch Three to Force Overtime Against Utah
In a thrilling showdown against Utah,Houston guard Mylik Wilson delivered a clutch three-pointer with 4.3 seconds left, tying the game and sending it into overtime. Wilson’s heroics capped a remarkable performance where he matched his career-high 15 points.
The Cougars found themselves trailing by seven at halftime, but wilson’s hot shooting in the first half kept them within striking distance. He was a perfect 4-of-4 from the field, scoring nine points.
Earlier in the game,with the Cougars trailing late,wilson received a pass from teammate Jamal Shead,who was unable to find an open teammate against Utah’s stifling defense. The experienced Wilson, recognizing the situation, quickly dribbled back with his left hand to ensure he was beyond the three-point line before launching a high-arching shot that swished through the net, tying the game at 63.
Wilson’s journey to this moment has been one of perseverance. After starting his career at louisiana and transferring to Texas Tech, he arrived at houston with limited confidence. He redshirted his first year with the Cougars, focusing on improving his game in practice and pickup games.
His commitment to enhancement was evident in his relentless work ethic. He spent countless hours refining his shooting with assistant coach Anthony Goldwire, and his dedication paid off against Utah.
“It’s been a crazy journey,” Wilson said.
Houston Stuns Kansas in double Overtime Thriller
In a stunning upset, the Houston Cougars defeated the Kansas Jayhawks 92-86 in double overtime at a raucous allen Fieldhouse. Sixth-year forward J’wan Roberts emerged as the unlikely hero, scoring a career-high 24 points on a career-high 21 shots, including 9 points in the second overtime.
roberts’ Lefty Hook Becomes Offensive Focal Point
Roberts, who arrived at Houston as a redshirt and initially played a role feeding the ball to star players like Quentin Grimes and Marcus sasser, has developed into a low-post scoring threat thanks to his reliable left-handed hook shot.Head coach Kelvin Sampson recognized roberts’ progress, featuring him prominently in the Cougars’ offense, notably against smaller defenders. against bigger opponents, Sampson leveraged Roberts’ ability to power his way to the basket for his signature hook.
“We had a lot of shooters that I played with — Quentin Grimes, Marcus (Sasser), Caleb (Mills), Tramon (Mark) — I just let them do their thing and I just try to find different ways to score and impact winning,” Roberts said. “when I wasn’t the first or second option, I just got the ball off the rim and scored that way.”
trading Blows with Kansas’ Bigs
Roberts went head-to-head with Kansas’ formidable frontcourt duo of Hunter dickinson and Flory Bidunga, matching them blow-for-blow throughout the game. The Jayhawks leaned on their inside presence to keep them in contention,but Roberts and the Cougars refused to back down.
“Twenty-one shots is crazy!” roberts exclaimed. “I’d had shot the ball 10 more times, because I trust myself and I trust the work I put in.”
Sampson Captures Elusive Victory at Allen Fieldhouse
the victory marked a significant milestone for Sampson, who had long sought a win at the notoriously challenging Allen Fieldhouse.His wife, Karen, captured the moment with a scoreboard picture, documenting the historic upset.
”I stayed in the gym, kept working year after year, and now it’s here. I’m here,” Sampson said after the game.
Q&A
Q: How improbable was Houston’s victory over Kansas?
A: According to Ken Pomeroy’s calculations, Houston had a mere 0.4% chance of winning after Kansas’ dajuan Harris missed two free throws in the first overtime.
Q: Who stepped up for Houston in the clutch against Utah?
A: Guard Mylik Wilson sank a game-tying three-pointer with 4.3 seconds left to send the game against Utah into overtime.
Q: What made J’wan Roberts’ performance against Kansas so remarkable?
A: Roberts, a sixth-year forward, scored a career-high 24 points on 21 shots, stepping up as a reliable scoring option against Kansas’ formidable frontcourt.
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