The Baylor Bears extend their winning streak to seven, while the Texas Longhorns continue a streak of their own.
College Basketball Report: Week 6
Dec 17, 2019, 6:51 am
The Baylor Bears extend their winning streak to seven, while the Texas Longhorns continue a streak of their own.
Adding to the win column. 😤 #AllForTexas | #HookEm https://t.co/0o8GUgIGcE— Texas Men's Basketball (@Texas Men's Basketball) 1576439184.0
Last week (1-0): W-Central Michigan 87-76
This week: Saturdayvs. Providence
The Texas Longhorns had a short week but continued their winning ways against Central Michigan on Saturday. The Longhorns extended their winning streak to five in an 87-76 victory over the Chippewas.
It was a backcourt affair inside the Frank C. Erwin Jr. Center in Austin as Texas' junior guard, Jase Febres posted a game-high 23 points (7-11 FG, 7-10 3PT), while second-year guard Courtney Ramey added in a career-high 20 points in the win. Following the victory, the Longhorns will return to action on Saturday for a road match against Providence in Rhode Island
The plays that made the difference 📼 #GigEm https://t.co/9ohkJSYBl7— Texas A&M Basketball (@Texas A&M Basketball) 1576459200.0
Last week (1-0): W - Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 63-60
This week: Saturday vs. Oregon State
The Texas A&M Aggies ended their four-game losing skid in a 63-60 victory over the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders on Sunday. It was a big come from behind win for the Aggies, as Texas A&M trailed by 11 early in the second half. They went on to outscore the Islanders by 10 in the second half (39-29), as Emanuel Miller scored 20 points while shooting 7-8 from the floor.
After allowing nine made 3-point field goals in the first half, the Aggies picked up their defensive intensity and held the Islanders to shoot 20% (2-10 3PT) from behind the arc in the second half. With one game on the schedule, the Aggies will look to make it two straight wins on Saturday when they take on Oregon State.
Final score presented by @thejointchiro @calebmills_3 leads with 23 pts, @thatup_coming11 with 11 pts & 9 rebs NE… https://t.co/gzvyXnS2m0— Houston Men's Hoops 🏀 🐾 (@Houston Men's Hoops 🏀 🐾) 1576447830.0
Last week (1-1): W - UT Arlington 71-63, L - Oklahoma State 61-55
This week: Thursday vs. UTEP, Sunday Portland
The Houston Cougars had one heck of the week that ended in heartbreak. The Cougars extended their winning streak to four in a 61-55 victory over the UT-Arlington Mavericks on Wednesday. It was a wire-to-wire victory on a night where sophomore guard, Nate Hinton, scored a career-best 25-points (9-15 FG, 4-8 3PT) and 10 rebounds in the win.
Unfortunately, Houston's win streak came to a halt on Sunday in a 61-55 loss to the Oklahoma State Cowboys. On a night where the Cougars struggled to buy a basket, freshman guard, Caleb Mills, was one of two players who scored in double-figures with a career-best 25 points in the loss. Mill's performance against OSU was enough to award him with the American Athletic freshman Player of the Week.
Following the win, the Cougars will return to the Fertitta Center for a contest against UTEP before opening their Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic on Sunday against Portland.
In case you missed last night's game, here are some highlights from the victory over Houston Baptist. #GoOwls👐 x… https://t.co/eqwWctRjLE— Rice Basketball (@Rice Basketball) 1576436683.0
Last week (1-0): W - Houston Baptist 96-84
This week: Thursday vs. St. Thomas
The Rice Owls overcame a 29-point performance from Houston Baptist' Ian DuBose to pick a victory over the winless Huskies on Saturday in a 96-84 win. Senior guard Robert Martin led the Owls with 20 points while shooting 8-for-9 from the field, 3-for-4 from behind the arc.
Following the win, the Rice Owls will return to Tudor Fieldhouse for a match against the St. Thomas Celts.
⛹️♂️💨 Fast Break: Vol. 7 Hustle + Effort = Another Top 20 Win 💪 #SicEm 🐻 | #1TGF 🏀 https://t.co/uuhoUDWlL4— Baylor Basketball (@Baylor Basketball) 1576117275.0
Last week (1-0): W - Butler 53-52
This week: Wednesday vs. Tennessee-Martin
The sizzling Baylor Bears continued their early-season success with a 53-52 victory against the No. 11 Butler Bulldogs on Tuesday. Junior forward Mark Vital sealed the one-point victory for the Bears with a game-winning block on Butler's Kamar Baldwin with 1.5 seconds remaining in the second half.
It was a total team effort by Baylor as guards MaCio Teague and Devonte Bandoo led the Bears in scoring with 10 points apiece.
Win the win, Baylor has extended their winning streak to seven, ahead of their home match against the Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks on Wednesday.
Funky Films | vs. Lamar #GoFrogs 😈🎥 https://t.co/DDMIElAFa2— TCU Basketball (@TCU Basketball) 1576451769.0
Last week (2-0): W - Winthrop 70-60, W - Lamar 79-50
This week: Sunday vs Xavier
After a heartbreaking loss to USC, TCU picked up back-to-back convincing wins over Winthrop (70-60) and Lamar (79-50) last week. Both the Eagles and the Cardinals did not have an answer to slowing down the Horned Frogs, as TCU shot 47.3 from the floor, 34.4% from deep. Sophomore guard R.J. Nembhard averaged 14.0 points on 42% shooting from the floor, to go along with 6.5 rebounds in a two-game sweep.
TCU will return to action on Sunday to face off against the Xavier Musketeers.
Spicy. 🔴@davide25moretti | #WreckEm⚫️ https://t.co/jTF2HxfZ1X— Texas Tech Basketball (@Texas Tech Basketball) 1576549552.0
Last week: (2-0) W - Louisville 70-57, W - Southern Mississippi 71-65
This week: Saturday vs. UTRGV
The Texas Tech Raiders ended their three-game losing skid in a convincing 70-57 victory over No. 1 ranked Louisville Cardinals. The win over the Cardinals was the first victory against a top-ranked team in the Red Raiders' program history.
Texas Tech completed the upset with a great defensive performance, as the Red Raiders held the Cardinals to 34.0% shooting from the field, and an unpleasant 17.6% from behind the arc. Following their second straight win over Southern Mississippi (71-65), Texas Tech will return to the court on Saturday for a showdown against the Texas–Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros.
Can’t wait to get back on the court! 🐴⬆️🏀 #PonyUpDallas https://t.co/IxtLa3YFw8— Rick Hart (@Rick Hart) 1576552217.0
Last week (0-0): No Games Scheduled
This week: Tuesday vs Georgia Bulldogs, Monday Georgia State
With no games on the schedule, SMU will return to the floor on Tuesday, December 20th against the Georgia Bulldogs.
Back in action this week! #BootUp 🐯 https://t.co/HBWJ4gvbcu— LSU Basketball (@LSU Basketball) 1576511825.0
Last week (0-0): No Games Scheduled
This week: Wednesday vs East Tennessee St., Saturday USC
With no games on the schedule, LSU will return to the floor on Wednesday against East Tennessee St before taking on USC on Saturday.
The Houston Texans and Buffalo Bills both enter Week 5 with identical records, looking to continue their strong early-season performances. The Texans, led by breakout quarterback C.J. Stroud, come off a thrilling 24-20 win over Jacksonville, while the Bills are seeking to bounce back after a disappointing 35-10 loss to Baltimore.
Bet MGM NFL Odds: Bills favored by 1
Against the Spread: Buffalo 2-2, Houston 0-3-1
Series Record: Texans lead 6-5
Last Meeting: Bills defeated Texans 40-0 (Oct. 3, 2021)
Texans WR Nico Collins:
Collins has been one of the most productive receivers in the NFL this season, leading the league with 489 receiving yards. Coming off a career-best performance with 12 catches for 151 yards and a touchdown against Jacksonville, Collins will be a key target for Stroud against Buffalo’s strong secondary.
Bills DE A.J. Epenesa:
With Von Miller suspended, Epenesa will be expected to step up as Buffalo’s primary pass rusher. Epenesa has one sack through four starts and needs to take on a larger role with the absence of Miller, who leads the NFL's active players in sacks.
Texans WR Stefon Diggs vs. Former Team:
Diggs, who was traded to the Texans in the offseason, will face his former team for the first time. He has been productive for Houston, logging 233 yards and two receiving touchdowns this season, as well as his first career rushing touchdown last week.
The Bills face multiple injury concerns, including linebacker Terrel Bernard, cornerback Taron Johnson, and safety Taylor Rapp, all of whom are questionable. Buffalo's leading receiver Khalil Shakir (ankle) has been ruled out. The Texans could see the return of WR Tank Dell after he missed last week, though RB Joe Mixon is not expected to play. LT Laremy Tunsil is questionable, which could impact their offensive game plan.
Update: Aaron Wilson has the latest on which Texans players are practicing on Friday.
#Texans Joe Mixon remains out of practice and not expected to play Sunday against #Bills Dameon Pierce returns, Tytus Howard sidelined @KPRC2 https://t.co/DR0IKzAC7C
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) October 4, 2024
Bills Offense:
Buffalo’s offense ranks second in scoring but has been inconsistent, as seen in their 10-point showing against the Ravens last week. Josh Allen, while turnover-prone in the past, is on a four-game streak without throwing an interception.
Texans Defense:
Houston’s defense has been a standout, ranking fifth overall and excelling against the pass, which could be key against the Bills' passing attack. However, their 40 penalties this season have been a major issue, and they'll need more discipline to keep pace with Buffalo.
Texans Offense:
Houston's passing game has been stellar, with Stroud leading the Texans to the 8th-best offense overall and the 3rd-ranked passing attack. This will be a critical factor against Buffalo’s defense, which ranks 6th against the pass.
Look for Nico Collins to continue his dominant streak as Stroud’s top target. Collins has over 80 receiving yards in six straight games, the longest active streak in the NFL.
This matchup pits a strong Texans passing game against a resilient Bills defense. Buffalo holds the slight edge in the spread, and with both teams vying for a crucial win, this should be a hard-fought contest.
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