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BYU Cougars vs Houston Cougars Recap - BYU Wins 72-71
BYU got 16 points from Alex Barcello en route to a 72-71 victory over Houston on Friday at Fertitta Center.
Bettors who backed BYU were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +11.5 at sportsbooks.
BYU got 14 points from Jake Toolson and another 14 points from Kolby Lee. TJ Haws contributed 5 assists, while Kolby Lee cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Houston got a 17-point performance from Caleb Mills, who was supported by 14 points from Fabian White Jr.. Cedrick Alley Jr. had 2 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Nate Hinton grabbed 7 rebounds.
BYU was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston had a 33-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.