In a thrilling NCAA Tournament matchup on March 22, 2025, the Houston Cougars edged out the Gonzaga Bulldogs 81-76, advancing to their sixth consecutive Sweet 16.
Gonzaga mounted a valiant comeback, narrowing a 10-point deficit to just one point in the final 14 seconds. However, Houston’s L.J. Cryer, who led all scorers with 30 points, secured the win with crucial free throws in the closing moments.
For a concise recap, here’s the game’s extended highlights: