Texas A&M-CC defeats Hou Christian 65-81

Texas A&M-CC Stuns Hou Christian 81-65 in Conference Showdown

In a tightly contested conference matchup, Texas A&M-CC (AWAY) pulled off a convincing 16-point victory over host Hou Christian at Sharp Gymnasium on Wednesday night.

The game tipped off with an intense back-and-forth first half, as both teams struggled to find their rhythm. At halftime, the away team led 27-41, setting the stage for a thrilling second half.

Texas A&M-CC's high-powered offense took over in the final 20 minutes, outscoring Hou Christian 54-24 to seal the win. Sheldon Williams (16 points, 7 rebounds) and Leo Torbor (6 points, 4 assists) led the charge, with Williams' dominant performance on both ends of the floor proving crucial.

For Hou Christian, Kylin Green (15 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists) was the catalyst, but even his impressive all-around effort couldn't overcome the Aggies' balanced attack. The home team struggled from beyond the arc, going just 1-for-10 on three-pointers.

The game's turning point came in the second half, when Texas A&M-CC took control behind a 20-0 run. This decisive stretch proved too much for Hou Christian to overcome, as they were unable to mount a significant comeback.

In the end, Texas A&M-CC's superior rebounding (38 vs. 29) and defensive play (11 turnovers vs. 17) made all the difference. The Aggies' strong team defense held Green and company to just 15 points in the second half.

The win marks a crucial conference victory for Texas A&M-CC, while Hou Christian falls to 0-3 in the season's early stages.

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Texas A&M-CC's high shooting efficiency (53.8 eFG%) was key to their success, with Williams' dominant performance contributing significantly to this mark. The Aggies also out-rebounded the home team by a margin of 9, showcasing their strength on both ends of the floor.

Hou Christian's struggles from beyond the arc were telling, as they went just 22% (1-for-10) from three-point range.