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No. 10 Houston secures 86-68 victory over California at Lake Tahoe Classic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 3:48 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

No. 10 Houston secures 86-68 victory over California at Lake Tahoe Classic

Summary

No. 10 Houston defeated California 86-68 on Sunday night in the Caesars Lake Tahoe Classic. Dedan Thomas Jr. led Houston with 20 points and eight assists, while Joseph Tugler contributed 16 points and four blocks. Houston dominated the paint, outscoring California 50-24 and forcing 16 turnovers, converting them into 22 points. Despite a late rally by California, which cut the lead to 13, Houston maintained a double-digit advantage throughout the game. Houston improved to 2-0 on the season and will next host Jacksonville State, while California, now 2-1, will face No. 21 Southern California.

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By the Numbers

•Houston shot 52% from the field and held California to 44%.
•Mady Cooper led California with 19 points, hitting five 3-pointers.
•Houston led 43-32 at halftime and extended its lead in the second half.
•The Cougars recorded 14 steals and seven blocks in the game.
•Houston will host Jacksonville State next; California faces No. 21 USC.

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3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Thomas scores 20 points as No. 10 Houston dominates inside against California

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scored 20 points and had eight assists, Joseph Tugler added 16 points and four blocked shots and No. 10 Houston beat California 86-68 on Sunday night in the inaugural Caesars Lake Tahoe Classic.
— Yahoo Sports

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