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March Madness - UAB Blazers vs Houston Cougars Wrap - Houston Wins 82-68

UAB was scorched by Kyler Edwards for 25 points as Houston defeated them 82-68 in NCAA action on Friday.

Houston was a -8.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Fabian White Jr. had 14 points for Houston and Josh Carlton chipped in with 12 points. Jamal Shead had 7 assists for them, while Kyler Edwards was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

UAB got a 17-point performance from Jordan Walker, who was supported by 14 points from Tavin Lovan. Jordan Walker had 5 assists in a losing cause for UAB, while KJ Buffen grabbed 11 rebounds.

Houston led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Houston had a 32-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.