Flemings, Cenac Shine in Houston's Road Win

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NBA News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The seventh ranked Houston Cougars picked up a gritty road win over Oklahoma State on Saturday, beating them 82-75. They relied on strong defense and clutch shooting down the stretch to secure that final regular season victory. Eyes were on two key prospects for the 2026 NBA draft, freshman guard Kingston Fleming's and forward, Chris Senac Jr. Fleming's, a 6 foot 4 lead guard with explosive speed and elite playmaking, has been a stand-out this season. He's averaging 16.6 points, 5.3 assists, and 3.8 rebounds per game, shooting 49 percent from the field and 38 percent from 3. In this matchup, he tallied 13 points, 9 assists, and just one turnover, powering through a tweaked ankle late. Fans and scouts love Fleming's defensive hustle and smart reads, like his steal that sealed the lead at 77-73.

1:01Still, his shooting mechanics knee polishing, he has a funky release that lacks spin, and he passed up some open threes for drives. His mid-range game looks promising though. Meanwhile, Senac Jr., a 6 foot 11 forward with smooth shooting touch, chips in 9.5 points and 7.5 rebounds on 49 percent shooting for one of the nation's top teams. He finished with 6 points, 4 boards, 1 assists, and a steal, showing off his fluid motion from deep. Both guys show tools that excite for the pros, but Senac needs to bulk up his physicality around the rim and on defense. Houston's system is bringing out their best, setting them up for a deep tournament run. D&N is sponsored by our partner, check out the episode description. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com