Kelvin Sampson finds 'teachable moments' after loss to Alabama

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Cougars coach said he was more encouraged than discouraged after team's first loss.

Houston Cougars forward J'Wan Roberts fouls Alabama Crimson Tide guard Jaden Bradley during the second half of the game Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Fertitta Center in Houston. Houston Cougars lost to Alabama Crimson Tide 71-65.that would knock the University of Houston from its perch as the No. 1-ranked team in college basketball, coach Kelvin Sampson had taken mental notes on areas that need improvement.

Two weeks ago, when the Cougars moved into the No. 1 spot, Sampson warned it would be a “rental.” At some point, the Cougars would lose a game. An undefeated season was never the goal. If anything, a top-10 showdown — in front of a record crowd at Fertitta Center — would provide an early litmus test.

After a slow shooting start , UH adjusted and led 31-27 at halftime. The Cougars came out hot to begin the second half, building as much as a 15-point lead. Pitted against the nation’s top rebounding team in the Crimson Tide, UH wound up with a 21-18 advantage on the boards in the second half.Offensively, the Cougars struggled down the stretch, missing nine of their final 11 shots and producing just one field goal in the last 5 1/2 minutes. For the game, UH was 12-of-22 from the free-throw line.

 

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