Sharp's Emotional Farewell, Cryer's Surprise Visit

0:00On March 6th, number 7, Houston wrapped up senior night with a big win over Baylor, 77-64, finishing the home season at 15 wins and one loss. The spotlight fell on guard Emanuel Sharp, a five-year veteran, and the program's all-time leading three-point shooter, along with fellow senior Ramone. Walker, Jr. Sharp poured in 19 points on 50% shooting, including five threes in the go-ahead shot late in the game, sparking a strong second half. Come back. Most seniors today bounce around programs, but Sharp stuck with Houston through thick and thin, starting from his red shirt year in 2021, 2022. Fans gave Sharp an emotional send-off, complete with a long hub from Coach Kelvin Samson, where both wiped away tears. After the game, Sharp thanked the crowd for the best four and a half years of his life and his teammates, drawing cheers and chance for one more year. Even though he's out of eligibility, the night got even better with a surprise reunion

1:02when former Cougar star L.J. Cryer, now with the Golden State Warriors, joined the team on the court. Teammates pulled him out of midchance, and he finally received his big 12 championship and final four ring from last season. Cryer had just notched a career high 12 points off the bench, hitting four of eight threes in Golden State's upset win over the rockets the night before. like these show the lasting bonds in Houston Basketball as they head into the post season. Looks like these show the lasting bonds in Houston Basketball, as they head into the postseason.