After dropping two straight games on the road, Houston tallied a decisive 89-60 victory against previously-undefeated New Mexico in its return to Fertitta Center on Saturday afternoon.
UH’s offensive effort was defined by a strong 12-for-25 shooting clip from behind the arc, led by redshirt junior guard Britney Onyeje and sophomore guard Laila Blair, who knocked down four and three 3-pointers, respectively.
Despite a string of strong defensive possessions to open the game, UH struggled to put points on the board in the opening minutes. The Cougars began the game 0 for 6 from the field and false missed their first six 3-pointers.