The 17th-ranked Houston Cougars will face the Butler Bulldogs on December 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT to begin highly anticipated NCAAM action. Before facing Butler, Houston lost in OT to San Diego State 73-70 despite Emanuel Sharp scoring 23 points.

The Cougars are still 3-0 at home and have never lost a game by three points or less. On the other hand, the Bulldogs played their first real away game. With a record of 7-1 so far this season, they were well on their way. When games are decided by at least four points, they are 1-1.

Houston was strong on offense, shooting 44.6% from the field, which is 8.4 percentage points higher than the 36.2% Butler let them shoot. Butler, on the other hand, scores clearly. They average 76.6 points per game, which is 17.3 more than Houston gives up (59.3).

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Houston Cougars vs. Butler Bulldogs: Date and Tip Time

The Houston Cougars are scheduled to take on the Butler Bulldogs in an exciting NCAAM battle on December 7, 2024 at 5:30 PM ET/2:30 PM PT at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas.

Here’s how to watch Houston Cougars vs Butler Bulldogs on TV and stream live online

Fans in the US can watch all the action between the Houston Cougars and Butler Bulldogs live on:

• TV channel: ESPN2
• Streaming service: Fubo

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Houston Cougars team news

LJ Cryer is averaging 14.6 points per game, 2.3 three-pointers and 2.0 assists.

Emanuel Sharp is averaging 14.4 points and 3.1 rebounds per game. He also makes 2.9 three-pointers per game, which is the most on the team.

J’wan Roberts scores 9.3 points, grabs 6.1 rebounds and provides good defense in the post, blocking 0.9 shots per game.

Butler Bulldogs team news

Jahmyl Telfort leads the team with 17.9 points and 3.8 rebounds, including 3.0 assists per game.

Pierre Brooks is averaging 14.5 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. He is a force on the boards, making 1.9 three-pointers per game.

Patrick McCaffery scores 13.5 points, makes 3.0 three-pointers and grabs 4.6 rebounds per game.

Head-to-head record between Houston Cougars and Butler Bulldogs

After the 70-52 win over Butler on November 23, 2021, Houston’s defensive strength could be crucial again. In the previous game, Houston limited Butler’s scoring and controlled the tempo. Houston has performed well at home (3-0) and has an effective defense, so they may look to stop Butler’s leading scorers Jahmyl Telfort and Pierre Brooks. Butler’s improved offensive balance and quick shooting, led by Telfort’s 17.9 points per game, should challenge Houston’s defensive system if Butler can find the flow early and eliminate Cougar pressure. Houston’s defense or Butler’s offense could decide this game.

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