You mention one player, granted their best. Try looking at all stats
BAMA FG% - 41, Houston 39
Bama 3pt% - 30, Houston 23
Bama FT% - 62, Houston 54
Bama Rebounds 44, Houston 39
Turnovers - Bama 15, Houston 10
Fast Break Points 7, Houston 7
In addition Houstons two best players - Sasser and...