NCAAB · Final

Houston Defeats BYU in NCAAB Matchup

Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · Marriott Center

Houston Cougars 77, BYU Cougars 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Cougars vs BYU Cougars?

Houston Cougars beat BYU Cougars 77-66 at Marriott Center on February 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Cougars vs BYU Cougars?

Houston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive NCAAB matchup, the Houston Cougars triumphed over the BYU Cougars with a final score of 77-66 at the Marriott Center. This victory extends Houston's impressive season record to 22-2, while BYU falls to 17-7. Houston's performance was bolstered by a strong recent form, having won their last three games and boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten outings. During this stretch, they averaged 78.2 points scored per game while allowing only 63.0 points.

In contrast, BYU has struggled recently, suffering their fourth consecutive loss, which has contributed to a 6-4 record in their last ten games. They have averaged 88.0 points scored but have allowed an average of 82.1 points, indicative of defensive challenges. This game marked a continuation of BYU's difficulties, as they have been unable to secure a win in their last five games, with their last victory dating back to January 24 against Utah.

The matchup was particularly significant given the teams' previous encounters, where Houston had bested BYU in both meetings during the 2025 season. In their last matchup on March 14, 2025, Houston won decisively with a score of 74-54. The historical trend continued in this game, as Houston's consistent performance against BYU proved to be a critical factor.

The odds for this game, provided by DraftKings, indicated a close contest, with Houston favored by 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 151.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as Houston's disciplined defense outmatched BYU's offensive capabilities.

Conditions at the Marriott Center were typical for a college basketball game, with a lively atmosphere as fans from both sides filled the stands. The game featured a series of scoring plays that highlighted Houston's ability to maintain control in the second half. Notably, Emanuel Sharp contributed significantly with key three-pointers and free throws, helping to extend Houston's lead as the game progressed.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. This absence of injury-related disruptions likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed Houston's effective defensive strategies, which stifled BYU's attempts to mount a comeback. The final scoring plays showcased Houston's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, further solidifying their lead in the closing moments. Overall, this matchup served as a testament to Houston's strength in the league and BYU's ongoing struggles to find form.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -1.5	151.5 o -110 / u -110	Houston Cougars -118 · BYU Cougars -102

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Leaders

PointsAJ Dybantsa28BYU Cougars
AssistsAJ Dybantsa4BYU Cougars
ReboundsRichie Saunders7BYU Cougars
PointsKingston Flemings19Houston Cougars
AssistsKingston Flemings5Houston Cougars
ReboundsJoseph Tugler6Houston Cougars

Recent form

BYU Cougars

Last 10: 6-4Streak L388 scored · 82.1 allowed per game4-1 at home

L92-99at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 5
L82-90at Kansas JayhawksJan 31
L83-86vs Arizona WildcatsJan 27
W91-78vs Utah UtesJan 24
L71-84at Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 18
W76-70vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 15
W89-84at Utah UtesJan 11
W104-76vs Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 8
W83-73at Kansas State WildcatsJan 3
W109-81vs Eastern Washington EaglesDec 23

Houston Cougars

Last 10: 9-1Streak W378.2 scored · 63 allowed per game3-1 away

W79-55vs UCF KnightsFeb 5
W76-54vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 31
W79-70at TCU Horned FrogsJan 29
L86-90at Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 24
W103-73vs Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 18
W77-48vs West Virginia MountaineersJan 14
W77-55at Baylor BearsJan 10
W69-65vs Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 7
W67-60at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 3
W69-60vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersDec 30

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Arizona	36-3	-	16-2
Houston	30-7	2	14-4
Iowa State	29-8	4	12-6
Kansas	24-11	4	12-6
Texas Tech	23-11	4	12-6
TCU	23-12	5	11-7
BYU	23-12	7	9-9
UCF	21-12	7	9-9
West Virginia	21-14	7	9-9
Cincinnati	18-15	7	9-9
Colorado	17-16	9	7-11
Arizona State	17-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma State	20-15	10	6-12
Baylor	17-17	10	6-12
Kansas State	12-20	13	3-15
Utah	10-22	14	2-16

Box score

Stat	Houston Cougars	BYU Cougars
Field goals	29-61	21-53
Field goal %	48	40
Three-pointers	7-20	8-22
Three-point %	35	36
Free throws	12-15	16-28
Free throw %	80	57
Rebounds	40	36
Offensive rebounds	13	14
Defensive rebounds	27	22
Assists	15	11
Steals	4	3
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	4	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	4
Fast-break points	4	5
Points in the paint	30	24
Fouls	22	18
Largest lead	11	3
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	82	5

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-35Richie Saunders makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half42-36Richie Saunders makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half42-37Richie Saunders makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half44-37Joseph Tugler makes layup (Kingston Flemings assists)
2nd Half44-40Kennard Davis Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (AJ Dybantsa assists)
2nd Half46-40Joseph Tugler makes 4-foot jumper (Milos Uzan assists)
2nd Half46-42Robert Wright III makes driving layup
2nd Half46-43Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half46-46AJ Dybantsa makes 23-foot three point jumper (Richie Saunders assists)
2nd Half46-48Robert Wright III makes driving layup
2nd Half48-48Emanuel Sharp makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half48-51Robert Wright III makes 25-foot three point jumper (Richie Saunders assists)
2nd Half50-51Chris Cenac Jr. makes 12-foot jumper (Milos Uzan assists)
2nd Half50-52AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-52Kingston Flemings makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half54-52Emanuel Sharp makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half54-54AJ Dybantsa makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half56-54Kingston Flemings makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half58-54Kingston Flemings makes driving layup (Joseph Tugler assists)
2nd Half59-54Kingston Flemings makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-55Keba Keita makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-55Kingston Flemings makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half61-57AJ Dybantsa makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half63-57Chris Cenac Jr. makes 16-foot jumper (Emanuel Sharp assists)
2nd Half63-59AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-58AJ Dybantsa makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-59Kalifa Sakho makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half67-59Kingston Flemings makes driving layup
2nd Half68-59Kalifa Sakho makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-61Abdullah Ahmed makes 1-foot dunk (AJ Dybantsa assists)
2nd Half68-62Robert Wright III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-62Joseph Tugler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-62Joseph Tugler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-65AJ Dybantsa makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half73-65Emanuel Sharp makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kingston Flemings assists)
2nd Half73-66Abdullah Ahmed makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-66Milos Uzan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-66Milos Uzan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-66Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-66Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 2 of 2