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Iowa State Cyclones vs Houston Cougars Wrap - Houston Wins 68-59

L.J. Cryer scored 28 points for Houston on Saturday, leading them to a 68-59 victory over Iowa State at Fertitta Center.

Houston won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -11.0-point spread.

Milos Uzan had 19 points for Houston and Emanuel Sharp chipped in with 11 points. Emanuel Sharp had 2 assists for them, while Ja'Vier Francis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.

Iowa State got a 16-point performance from Milan Momcilovic, who was supported by 12 points from Nate Heise. Joshua Jefferson had 8 assists in a losing cause for Iowa State, while Milan Momcilovic grabbed 5 rebounds.

Houston led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Houston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 28-19.

Houston heads into a battle against Texas Tech. Iowa State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Oklahoma State.