Idaho Vandals vs. Houston Cougars Live Score and Stats
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Key Points:
- Houston Cougars dominated Idaho Vandals 78-47 in their NCAA Tournament opener, with Kingston Flemings scoring 18 points and Emanuel Sharpe adding 16.
- Freshman center Chris Cenac Jr. recorded a career-high 18 rebounds, helping Houston control the game and secure a second-round matchup against Texas A&M.
- Idaho, a 15th seed making its first NCAA appearance since 1990, struggled offensively, shooting just 26% and going nearly 10 minutes without a score in the first half.
- Houston outperformed Idaho in shooting percentage, rebounding, and points in the paint, building a commanding 48-24 halftime lead after an early deficit.
- Houston coach Kelvin Sampson
