The Houston Red Storm continued their resurgence under head coach Terence Dill, delivering a masterclass in offensive efficiency to dismantle the Lafayette Ballers 123-99. The victory at the Spirit of Life Gym marks a third consecutive win for Houston, completing a perfect home-stand sweep and signaling a significant turnaround for a side that struggled with early-season injuries.
While the scoreline suggested a comfortable evening, the game opened with a frantic pace, featuring nine lead changes in the early exchanges. However, the contest was effectively decided by a relentless 14-point surge that saw Houston storm to a 58-39 halftime lead.
The star of the show was undoubtedly Cam Moore, who produced a statistical anomaly that will live long in the Red Storm history books. Moore dominated every facet of the game, tallying a massive triple-double with 21 points, a staggering 20 rebounds, and 14 assists. He was ably supported by Gerry Glover, who rediscovered his shooting touch to lead all scorers with 28 points, including seven clinical strikes from beyond the arc.
For Coach Dill—the franchise legend and Hall of Famer now patrolling the sidelines—the victory was built on grit rather than just flair. Despite the high scoring, Dill was quick to praise his team's defensive structure, which has matured significantly since the team's narrow home-opener loss earlier this season.
"We knew Lafayette would come in with a lot of energy, but our execution in the first half set the tone," said Dill. "I was especially proud of our defensive tenacity. Eric Boyd and Eric Williams were a force on that end—their energy and ability to disrupt their sets allowed us to go on those runs that blew the game open."
The Red Storm’s dominance was reflected in the final box score, particularly their overwhelming advantage on the glass and their unselfish play in transition.
The win solidifies Houston's momentum as they head into the second half of the season. With veterans Eric Boyd and Eric Williams back to full fitness and providing a defensive anchor, Dill’s side looks increasingly like a legitimate threat in the Western conference.
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