Texas Southern defeats Huston Til 80-56

Huston Til Dominates in Statement Win Over Texas Southern

In a dominating performance, the Huston Til Hawks took down the Texas Southern Tigers at H&PE Arena on New Year's Eve, winning 80-56 behind a balanced attack and suffocating defense.

The game was never close after halftime, as the home team Texas Southern (HOME) built a commanding lead of 38-24. However, Huston Til (AWAY), led by their offense-happy coach, proved to be more than just a one-dimensional squad. The visitors outscored the Tigers 32-42 in the second half, showcasing their ability to adapt and overcome.

Top Performer: Troy Hupstead

Troy Hupstead was the standout performer for Texas Southern, scoring a team-high 30 points on 64.3% shooting from the field. The forward also contributed 17 rebounds and one steal, solidifying his presence as a force in the paint.

In contrast, Huston Til's Caleb Campbell led the charge with 17 points, complemented by seven rebounds and two steals.

Game Flow: A Blowout in the Making

The difference in pace was evident from the opening tip-off, with Texas Southern controlling possession early on. However, as the first half wore on, Huston Til began to find its rhythm, forcing the Tigers into turnovers and capitalizing on their chances. By halftime, the visitors had narrowed the gap to just 14 points.

The second half only intensified the blowout, with both teams struggling to contain each other's offenses. Despite outshooting Texas Southern in field goals (20-25), Huston Til's inability to find its range from beyond the arc proved costly, as they settled for a respectable 32% mark.

Advanced Statistics

Both teams showed impressive efficiency on their respective home floors, with Texas Southern boasting an eFG% of 49.1%, while Huston Til managed just 34.9%. However, it was Huston Til's ability to limit Texas Southern's fast break opportunities (14-16) that ultimately proved decisive.

The final margin of 24 points served as a statement win for the Hawks, capping off an impressive performance in front of their home crowd.

Final Stats

Texas Southern (HOME):

Field Goals: 25/54

2-Point FG: 22/39

3-Point FG: 3/15

Free Throws: 27/38

Huston Til (AWAY):

Field Goals: 20/63

2-Point FG: 16/41

3-Point FG: 4/22

Free Throws: 12/18