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Marcus Sasser - Sits out AAC title gameSasser (groin) did not take the court in Sunday's 75-65 loss to Memphis in the American Conference title game.

ImpactSasser truly attempted to give it a go after participating in what seemed like full capacity in both shootaround and pregame warmups, but the first red flag was raised when he was held out of the starting lineup in favor of Terrance Arceneaux. Houston should be able to get by Northern Kentucky in their NCAA Tournament opener on Thursday, even without the services of Sasser, but the Cougars' long-term outlook is directly tied to the health the senior shooting guard and leading scorer.

MARCH 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Terrance Arceneaux - Part of starting lineup SundayArceneaux is part of the Cougars' starting lineup Sunday against Memphis, according to their Twitter account.

ImpactMarcus Sasser will not be part of their starting lineup, giving Arceneaux the opportunity. What an opportunity it is as well, as both Houston and Memphis compete for the 2023 AAC Tournament championship during his first game started.

MARCH 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Marcus Sasser - Not in starting lineupSasser (groin) will not start Sunday's AAC Championship game against Memphis, ESPN reports.

ImpactSasser was seen participating in shootaround and warmups and still could give it a go, but the fact he's not starting isn't a great sign for his fantasy outlook. Per Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle, Sasser will be replaced in the starting five by Terrance Arceneaux.

MARCH 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Marcus Sasser - Full-go in shootaroundSasser (groin) went through shootaround at full speed and is expected to play in Sunday's AAC Championship game, James Mueller of the Daily Cougar reports.

ImpactWhile Houston seemingly has little to play for with a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament already locked up, the Cougars will still allow their best player and leading scorer to give it a go. It wouldn't be surprising if coach Kelvin Sampson limits his minutes given the circumstances, which makes Sasser a bit of a risky fantasy play. Of course, it's also possible he's his regular self in an up-tempo game against Tigers -- team he scored 20 against back on Feb. 19.

MARCH 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Marcus Sasser - Probable against MemphisSasser (groin) is probable before the 2023 AAC Tournament final Sunday against Memphis, according to Houston's Twitter account.

ImpactFor the 2023 AAC Tournament final, Houston's Twitter account released its probable starters, which included Sasser. Not only is the Cougars' next matchup a championship game, but it is also their last before this year's NCAA tournament. Houston is expected to enter as a No. 1 seed just as long as the team defeats Memphis for the third time since February.

MARCH 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE

How to watch Memphis Tigers basketball vs. Houston on TV, live stream in AAC Tournament championshipMemphis Tigers basketball gets a third crack at Houston in Sunday's AAC Tournament championship game in Fort Worth.

MARCH 12, 2023•COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

A familiar exit for Cincinnati: A loss to Houston and no NCAA Tournament hopesThe Bearcats's loss Saturday to the top-ranked Cougars marked the third straight season Houston ended their March Madness hopes.

MARCH 12, 2023•THEATHLETIC.COM