Kelvin Sampson Shows His Chase McCarty Belief With a Bold Timeout Play Call — Taking Down BYU and AJ Dybansta Took More Than Kingston Flemings - PaperCity Magazine
By Chris Baldwin
Published on March 13, 2026.
University of Houston coach Kelvin Sampson has been hailed as the best pure shooter on his team, Chase McCarty, who has been shooting 55.6 percent from three for the team this season. Despite McCarty not having made a shot all game, Sampson made a bold play to get McCarty an open shot from three. This move was crucial for the University of Houston team, which held a 61-58 lead with freshman point guard Kingston Flemings still on the bench due to four fouls. Sampson's decision to draw McCarty's number when it matters most is crucial for this team. The 27-5 Houston team's current four-game winning streak is also crucial for their chances of reaching the Big 12 semifinals.
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