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Dedan Thomas Jr. scores 16 points as No. 10 Houston tops La Salle

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Dedan Thomas Jr. scores 16 points as No. 10 Houston tops La Salle
Summary

No. 10 Houston opened its season with a 94-55 win against La Salle on November 2. Dedan Thomas Jr. led the Cougars with 16 points, while Corey Hadnot II contributed 14. Houston established a significant lead with a 43-23 advantage at halftime. The Cougars shot 54% from the field and limited La Salle to 25%. Houston turned 19 turnovers by La Salle into 25 points and dominated in the paint, scoring 44 points to La Salle's 10. La Salle struggled from beyond the arc, making only 8 of 39 attempts. Houston's next game is against California in Lake Tahoe on November 5.

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  • •Houston shot 54% from the field and outrebounded La Salle 47-32.
  • •The Cougars established a 20-3 lead early in the first half.
  • •Houston converted 19 La Salle turnovers into 25 points.
  • •Kam Burton led La Salle with 15 points in the loss.
  • •Houston will face California on November 5.
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  • 4:49 AMYahoo Sports — Dedan Thomas Jr. scores 16 points and No. 10 Houston opens season with 94-55 win over La Salle
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scored 16 points, Corey Hadnot II added 14 and No. 10 Houston opened its season with a 94-55 win over La Salle on Monday night.

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