NCAAB · Final

Houston Dominates Jackson State in Lopsided Victory

Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Fertitta Center

Houston Cougars 80, Jackson State Tigers 38, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Jackson State Tigers vs Houston Cougars?

Houston Cougars beat Jackson State Tigers 80-38 at Fertitta Center on December 10, 2025.

The Houston Cougars delivered a commanding performance against the Jackson State Tigers, winning decisively with a final score of 80-38 at the Fertitta Center. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' current form, with Houston boasting a strong home record of 9-1, while Jackson State struggled with a record of 1-8. Houston's recent success includes a two-game winning streak, averaging 75.3 points scored and allowing just 60.4 points per game over their last ten outings. In comparison, Jackson State has faced difficulties, averaging only 61.6 points scored while allowing a staggering 83.7 points per game during the same stretch.

In their previous meeting earlier in the season, Houston also dominated Jackson State, winning 97-40. This established a clear trend of Houston's superiority in head-to-head matchups, as they now hold a 1-0 record against Jackson State this season.

The Cougars' home performance has been particularly impressive, with an 8-1 record at Fertitta Center, while Jackson State has struggled on the road, managing only a 1-6 record in away games. Houston's recent form includes victories over notable opponents such as Florida State and Notre Dame, further solidifying their status as a formidable team this season.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, set the spread at -40.5 in favor of Houston, indicating a strong expectation of their dominance in this game. The total points line was set at 137.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring capabilities of both teams.

The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the setting at Fertitta Center typically provides a home-court advantage for the Cougars, contributing to their strong performance.

Viewers were treated to a display of Houston's offensive efficiency and defensive prowess, with key plays highlighted by Chase McCarty and Mercy Miller contributing to the scoring in the second half. Houston's ability to maintain control throughout the game was evident, and they effectively capitalized on Jackson State's struggles, leading to a convincing victory.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -40.5	137.5 o -115 / u -105	Jackson State Tigers — · Houston Cougars —

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Leaders

PointsEmanuel Sharp23Houston Cougars
AssistsKingston Flemings6Houston Cougars
ReboundsChase McCarty7Houston Cougars
PointsJayme Mitchell Jr.12Jackson State Tigers
AssistsDelyle Williams3Jackson State Tigers
ReboundsDionjahe Thomas7Jackson State Tigers

Recent form

Houston Cougars

Last 10: 9-1Streak W275.3 scored · 60.4 allowed per game8-1 at home

W82-67vs Florida State SeminolesDec 7
W66-56vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 26
L73-76vs Tennessee VolunteersNov 25
W78-74vs Syracuse OrangeNov 24
W91-45vs Rider BroncsNov 21
W73-72at Auburn TigersNov 16
W78-45vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesNov 13
W65-48vs Towson TigersNov 8
W75-57vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 4
W72-64vs Arizona WildcatsMar 15

Jackson State Tigers

Last 10: 2-8Streak L161.6 scored · 83.7 allowed per game1-6 away

L73-88at Kennesaw State OwlsDec 3
W51-45at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 29
L62-80vs Winthrop EaglesNov 24
L61-115at Arkansas RazorbacksNov 22
L66-112at Auburn TigersNov 20
L51-68at Louisiana Tech BulldogsNov 16
L70-106at Louisville CardinalsNov 7
L55-113at Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 4
L56-60vs Alabama State HornetsMar 16
W71-50vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsMar 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Bethune-Cookman	17-15	-	14-4
Southern	17-17	3	11-7
Florida A&M	15-16	3	11-7
Alabama A&M	18-15	4	10-8
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	13-19	4	10-8
Texas Southern	12-18	4	10-8
Jackson State	12-21	4	10-8
Prairie View A&M	19-18	5	9-9
Grambling	14-19	7	7-11
Alabama State	10-22	7	7-11
Alcorn State	9-23	7	7-11
Mississippi Valley State	3-30	12	2-16
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	Jackson State Tigers	Houston Cougars
Field goals	13-44	31-65
Field goal %	30	48
Three-pointers	9-28	11-33
Three-point %	32	33
Free throws	3-5	7-13
Free throw %	60	54
Rebounds	28	42
Offensive rebounds	7	18
Defensive rebounds	21	24
Assists	6	19
Steals	7	11
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	25	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	30
Fast-break points	4	6
Points in the paint	4	24
Fouls	18	12
Largest lead	1	42
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	2	94

How the scoring went

1st Half12-21Milos Uzan made Jumper.
1st Half13-21Mike Williams made Free Throw.
1st Half16-21Mike Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daeshun Ruffin.
1st Half16-24Emanuel Sharp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mercy Miller.
1st Half16-26Mercy Miller made Dunk.
1st Half16-29Emanuel Sharp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Milos Uzan.
1st Half16-32Isiah Harwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Emanuel Sharp.
1st Half16-35Emanuel Sharp made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Milos Uzan.
1st Half16-37Isiah Harwell made Two Point Tip Shot.
1st Half16-39Emanuel Sharp made Jumper. Assisted by Isiah Harwell.
1st Half16-40Chase McCarty made Free Throw.
2nd Half19-40Daeshun Ruffin made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half19-42Emanuel Sharp made Jumper.
2nd Half21-42Mike Williams made Layup.
2nd Half21-43Kingston Flemings made Free Throw.
2nd Half21-45Isiah Harwell made Layup. Assisted by Emanuel Sharp.
2nd Half21-48Isiah Harwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kingston Flemings.
2nd Half21-50Joseph Tugler made Layup. Assisted by Kingston Flemings.
2nd Half22-50Delyle Williams made Free Throw.
2nd Half22-52Chris Cenac Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Emanuel Sharp.
2nd Half22-54Kingston Flemings made Jumper.
2nd Half22-56Emanuel Sharp made Layup.
2nd Half22-58Milos Uzan made Jumper.
2nd Half24-58Tamarion Hoover made Layup.
2nd Half24-60Joseph Tugler made Dunk. Assisted by Milos Uzan.
2nd Half24-62Milos Uzan made Jumper. Assisted by Kingston Flemings.
2nd Half24-65Isiah Harwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kingston Flemings.
2nd Half27-65Jayme Mitchell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Delyle Williams.
2nd Half27-67Mercy Miller made Jumper.
2nd Half29-67Jayme Mitchell Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half30-67Jayme Mitchell Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half33-67Devin Ree made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mike Williams.
2nd Half33-69Chase McCarty made Jumper. Assisted by Cedric Lath.
2nd Half33-72Mercy Miller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ramon Walker Jr..
2nd Half36-72Jayme Mitchell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daeshun Ruffin.
2nd Half36-74Mercy Miller made Jumper.
2nd Half38-74Delyle Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half38-77Isiah Harwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ramon Walker Jr..
2nd Half38-78Ramon Walker Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-80Cedric Lath made Layup.