UCF faces tough test vs No. 6 Houston
No. 6 Houston presents a tough challenge for Central FloridaDECEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Won't play vs. UCF Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson said Tyson (undisclosed) won't be available for Saturday's game at Central Florida while he waits to clear COVID-19 protocols, Marc Berman of Fox...
Impact Sampson noted that Tyson will complete his self-quarantine period Thursday, but he won't receive the results of his myocarditis test prior to Saturday's game. Assuming there aren't any delays with Tyson's tests result beyond this weekend, he should be ready to return to action Dec. 29 at Tulsa. The Idaho transfer has appeared in two games so far this season for the Cougars, averaging 9.0 minutes per contest off the bench.
DECEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't suit up after all Mills (ankle) dressed but did not play Tuesday against Temple, Andy Yanez of the Daily Cougar reports.
Impact Mills was back at team practices Monday, and while earlier reports suggested the sophomore would play, he ultimately didn't end up taking the court. So far Mills has only appeared in two games this season, but he's expected to make his return Saturday against UCF.
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Logs 27 minutes in return Sasser had five points (2-8 FG, 1-7 3Pt) to go along with two rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's victory over Temple.
Impact Sasser missed back-to-back games due to an unspecified injury, but he saw the third-most minutes of any Cougars player in the team's American Conference opener. It wouldn't be the least bit surprising to see the sophomore work his way back into the starting lineup for Saturday's showdown at UCF.
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Grimes scores 22, No. 6 Houston defeats Temple, 76-50 HOUSTON (AP) — Quentin Grimes had 22 points and seven rebounds, Justin Gorham had 14 points and 12 boards and No. 6 Houston beat Temple 76-5...
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Grimes scores 22, No. 6 Houston defeats Temple, 76-50 Quentin Grimes had 22 points and seven rebounds, Justin Gorham had 14 points and 12 boards and No. 6 Houston beat Temple 76-50 on Tuesday ni...
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • STARTRIBUNE.COM
Grimes scores 22, No. 6 Houston defeats Temple, 76-50 Quentin Grimes had 22 points and seven rebounds, Justin Gorham had 14 points and 12 boards and No. 6 Houston beat Temple 76-50 on Tuesday ni...
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Grimes scores 22, No. 6 Houston defeats Temple, 76-50 HOUSTON (AP) — Quentin Grimes had 22 points and seven rebounds, Justin Gorham had 14 points and 12 boards and No. 6 Houston beat Temple 76-5...
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • SFCHRONICLE.COM
Grimes scores 22, No. 6 Houston defeats Temple, 76-50
Quentin Grimes had 22 points and seven rebounds, Justin Gorham had 14 points and 12 boards, and No. 6 Houston beat Temple 76-50 on Tuesday night in the American Athletic Conference...DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sees first action Elvin (undisclosed) pulled down one rebound in one minute during Tuesday's 76-50 win over Temple.
Impact Elvin had yet to see the floor this season and was listed as unavailable to the team for its last game against Alcorn State for unknown reasons. It appears Elvin won't hold much of a role this season for the Cougars based on his early usage.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Conference play starts for Temple, No. 6 Houston
Temple and No. 6 Houston meet in the first conference game of the season for both teamsDECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will play Tuesday Sasser (undisclosed) will play Tuesday against Temple, Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact The guard has been dealing with an undisclosed issue over the past two games, but coach Kelvin Sampson confirmed that Sasser will return to the floor Tuesday. Sasser started Houston's first three matchups and averaged 17.3 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
To play Tuesday Mills (ankle) will play in Tuesday's contest against Temple, Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact As anticipated, Mills will return to the floor following absences in the past two games due to a lingering ankle issue. The guard is averaging 8.0 points while shooting 55 percent overall from the floor over two appearances.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Should suit up Tuesday Sasser (undisclosed) is expected to play in Tuesday's game against Temple, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Sasser is dealing with an undisclosed issue, but will practice on Monday according to coach Kelvin Sampson. Sasser will likely come off the bench if he does play Tuesday.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Tuesday Mills (ankle) is expected to play Tuesday against Temple, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
Impact Mills will practice Monday after sitting out of Sunday's game with an ankle issue. It doesn't appear to be anything serious, however. Final confirmation on his injury should come closer to game time.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Major production for Cougars Grimes had 27 points (9-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT) to go along with 10 rebounds and two steals across 37 minutes in Sunday's 88-55 victory over Alcorn State.
Impact Injuries have been starting to pile up for Houston, as Caleb Mills (ankle) and Marcus Sasser (undisclosed) have been unavailable of late. That's left players like Grimes to pick up the slack, and the Kansas transfer hasn't disappointed, averaging 22.5 points and 8.0 rebounds over his last four games. After going a perfect 5-0 to begin the season, Grimes and the Cougars are now set to open up play in the American conference Tuesday against Temple.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Quentin Grimes helps No. 6 Houston rout Alcorn State 88-55 HOUSTON (AP) Even short-handed, Houston didn't miss a beat in its first game in 15 days. Quentin Grimes had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Reggie Chaney added 18
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • SI.COM
Quentin Grimes helps No. 6 Houston rout Alcorn State 88-55 Quentin Grimes had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Reggie Chaney added 18 points and six rebounds and No. 6 Houston overcame the absence of sever...
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Quentin Grimes helps No. 6 Houston rout Alcorn State 88-55 Quentin Grimes had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Reggie Chaney added 18 points and six rebounds and No. 6 Houston...
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Quentin Grimes helps No. 6 Houston rout Alcorn State 88-55
Quentin Grimes had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Reggie Chaney added 18 points and six rebounds and No. 6 Houston overcame the absence of several key plays to rout Alcorn State 88-55...DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not starting Sunday Gresham is not included in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Alcorn State.
Impact Gresham has started in each of the Cougars' four games this season and his movement out of the starting lineup may just be a temporary switch as coach Kelvin Sampson looks to get some other guys in the game against a lesser opponent in Alcorn State.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Exiting starting five Mark is not in the Cougars' starting lineup for Sunday's game against Alcorn State.
Impact Mark entered the starting five for the first time in his career when he replaced Marcus Sasser (undisclosed) in the team's last game against South Carolina. Despite putting up 18 points and four boards in 35 minutes, Mark will find himself back on the bench as he'll be replaced by Jamal Shead in the Cougars' backcourt.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Sunday Shead will receive his first career start against Alcorn State on Sunday.
Impact Shead will get his first opportunity to start with the Cougars down three guards for Sunday's game against Alcorn State. The freshman has averaged 3.7 points and 1.3 assists in 15 minutes per game and will look to improve on those stats with some increased playing time against a lesser opponent in Sunday's contest.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Sunday Chaney is listed in the team's starting lineup for Sunday's game against Alcorn State.
Impact Chaney has seen limited action through the Cougars' first four games, however, the team has five players unavailable for Sunday's contest which will give Chaney an opportunity to step up and receive some extra minutes against a much lesser opponent in Alcorn State.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable Saturday Broodo is inactive for Saturday's game against Alcorn State, Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Broodo has not found his calling with the Cougars as he's averaged under two minutes of playing time in each of his first two seasons. The 6-8 junior hasn't even seen the floor yet this season and that will continue as Houston looks to take care of Alcorn State before heading into conference play against Temple on Tuesday. The team recently went through a quick shutdown due to a positive COVID-19 test so it's unclear if Broodo's absence is because of an injury or in relation to the team's COVID-19 protocols.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
