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Houston Cougars vs Michigan Wolverines — Second Round, March 17, 2018
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About This Game
This was a defensive chess match where neither team could find consistent rhythm. Houston and Michigan each made exactly 13 field goals, yet the stat lines revealed how differently they won their baskets. Michigan's three-point prowess—8 made threes to Houston's 7—proved decisive in a tournament setting where every shot carried maximum weight. The Cougars' physicality showed up everywhere else: they grabbed 44 rebounds to Michigan's 40 and attempted 16 free throws versus the Wolverines' 14, indicating Houston was the more aggressive team for stretches of the contest. Yet Michigan's discipline proved equally valuable. The Wolverines turned the ball over just 7 times against Houston's 10 and recorded 5 blocks, disrupting the Cougars' offensive flow. With 84 combined missed shots between the two teams, this was college basketball at its grittiest—a tournament battle where defensive intensity and transition execution overwhelmed polished offensive sets. The game remained razor-thin throughout, with neither team able to pull away, and when the final buzzer sounded, just one point separated them. Witness exactly how this 40-minute tournament drama unfolded with a custom Gameprint, where you can track every possession and see which plays proved decisive in this unforgettable college basketball moment.
Game highlights: Michigan's 8 three-pointers vs Houston's 7, Houston's 44 rebounds vs Michigan's 40, Houston's 16 free-throw attempts, Michigan's 5 blocks, identical 13 field goals made by both teams
Summary written with AI from the official play-by-play.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Houston Cougars play Michigan Wolverines?
Houston Cougars played Michigan Wolverines in the Second Round on March 17, 2018 at INTRUST Bank Arena.
What was the final score of Houston Cougars vs Michigan Wolverines?
The final score was Houston Cougars 63, Michigan Wolverines 64.
What does the Houston Cougars vs Michigan Wolverines Gameprint show?
Every possession — made shots, threes, free throws, misses and turnovers — from the official play-by-play of this game, laid out in order from tip-off to the final whistle, in your choice of team colors.
Is this a good gift for a Houston Cougars or Michigan Wolverines fan?
Yes — a Gameprint of Houston Cougars vs Michigan Wolverines is a one-of-a-kind gift. Unlike generic team merchandise, it captures a specific game they actually care about. Popular for birthdays, graduations, Father’s Day, and holiday gifts.
Can I gift this to someone who was at the game?
Absolutely. If a friend or family member attended Houston Cougars vs Michigan Wolverines, a Gameprint turns that memory into wall art — the actual plays from the game they watched live. Customize the colors to make it personal.
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Houston vs Michigan in numbers
- 17 lead changes
- 12 times tied
- 6-point largest lead (Michigan)
- 15 made threes (Houston 7, Michigan 8)
- 30 made free throws (Houston 16, Michigan 14)
With 17 lead changes it was a back-and-forth game to the end.
Counted from the play-by-play behind this print — every possession on the poster is one of these plays.
