An early 14-0 deficit, shooting woes and a season-high turnover count defined the No.2 Houston Cougars’ loss to Iowa State on Tuesday evening.
It was a disastrous start to UH’s first Big 12 road game as Iowa State dominated the opening minutes. Cold shooting and repeated turnovers left the Cougars trailing by double digits before sophomore guard Emanuel Sharp finally got Houston on the board with a pair of three-pointers.
The Cyclones maintained a comfortable lead while Houston’s offensive struggles continued. At one point, the Iowa State lead was as high as 20-8, Sharp having been UH’s lone scorer midway through the first half.