Houston vs Texas A&M live updates: Start time, channel for March Madness game
Houston Cougars face in-state rival Texas A&M Aggies in Round 2 of March Madness with a spot in next week's Sweet 16 in Houston on the line.
Follow all of Saturday's NCAA Tournament second round games with USA TODAY Sports' live updates . Houston breezed through its NCAA Tournament first round game on Thursday, blasting No. 15 seed Idaho, 78-47.
Freshman star Kingston Flemings had 18 points in 27 minutes, shooting 8 of 12 from the field. Emanuel Sharp added 16 points and the Cougars led by 24 at halftime. Saturday's second round opponent, Texas A&M, figures to provide a stiffer test.
The 10th-seeded Aggies upset No. 7 seed Saint Mary's in the first round. Rashaun Agee did most of the damage scoring 22 points and grabbing nine rebounds.
Texas A&M's defense forced 18 turnovers and held the Gaels to 38% shooting. Upset alert! Ranking 5 most likely March Madness upsets in second round March Madness games today: Ranking all 8 men's NCAA Tournament games Saturday Here's what you need to know for Saturday's second round game with a trip the Sweet 16 to face the winner of No.