OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — The Houston Cougars dominated the Texas A&M Aggies 88-57 in a men’s NCAA Division I playoff game Saturday at Paycom Center. Houston built a commanding 46-28 lead by halftime and maintained control throughout the second half to advance.

The victory improved Houston’s season record to 30-6, while Texas A&M finished its season at 22-12. The Cougars’ defensive pressure stifled the Aggies’ offense from the start. Houston entered the game as a heavy favorite and easily covered the pregame spread in a performance that exceeded statistical projections. The combined score of 145 points fell under the projected total.