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Iowa State Cyclones vs Houston Cougars Recap - Houston Wins 73-65
Houston got 26 points from Jamal Shead en route to a 73-65 victory over Iowa State on Monday at Fertitta Center.
The game was a push (tie) for betting purposes as the final score was identical to the -8.0 number at most sportsbooks.
Emanuel Sharp had 20 points for Houston and L.J. Cryer chipped in with 8 points. Jamal Shead had 6 assists for them, while Ja'Vier Francis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Iowa State got a 17-point performance from Keshon Gilbert, who was supported by 13 points from Curtis Jones. Keshon Gilbert had 5 assists in a losing cause for Iowa State, while Tre King grabbed 8 rebounds.
Houston was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Iowa State as they grabbed 30 boards, while Houston only had 28
Houston heads into a battle against Baylor. Iowa State, meanwhile, will have their next action against West Virginia.