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Kansas Hands Houston 69–56 Defeat, Extending First Three-Game Skid Since 2017

Kelvin Sampson prioritizes rest after a gauntlet he describes as a learning experience.

Overview

  • Houston fell 69-56 at Allen Fieldhouse, dropping to 23-5 overall and 11-4 in the Big 12.
  • The Cougars shot 38% from the field and went 5-for-24 from three, surrendering control after a second-half Kansas run.
  • Kingston Flemings led Houston with 16 points and was the team’s only double-figure scorer.
  • Sampson said his players are beat up and need recovery time, emphasizing that the skid is not the end of the world.
  • Houston, ranked No. 5 in the AP poll and third in the Big 12 standings, has a short turnaround before hosting Colorado on Saturday.