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Houston Defeats South Florida 83-66 - Recap

Houston got 30 points and 11 rebounds from Josh Carlton en route to a 83-66 victory over South Florida on Wednesday at Yuengling Center.

Houston was a -14.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Houston got 15 points from Fabian White Jr. and another 15 points from Kyler Edwards. Kyler Edwards contributed 8 assists, while Josh Carlton cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

South Florida got 16 points from Jamir Chaplin in a losing cause and another 16 points from Javon Greene. Jamir Chaplin contributed 5 assists for them, while Russel Tchewa had 7 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Houston were victorious, as the score was 40-38 at the break.

Houston had a 40-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wichita State. South Florida will aim to get back on the winning track at Tulane.