Cincinnati Beats Howard 84-67 with Strong Second Half

The No. 14 Cincinnati Bearcats secured an 84-67 home victory over Howard, fueled by a strong second-half performance. Simas Lukosius led Cincinnati with 18 points, including crucial three-pointers that helped overcome a tight first half. Aziz Bandaogo and Dillon Mitchell added 17 and 14 points, respectively, contributing to Cincinnati's 57% shooting in the second half. The Bearcats' dominance on the boards, with a 37-23 rebounding advantage, was pivotal in their win. Dan Skillings Jr. returned from injury, contributing two points and aiding Cincinnati's momentum. Howard's Blake Harper achieved a double-double with 23 points and 10 rebounds, but the Bison fell short against Cincinnati's superior offensive execution.