Sampson ‘a little bit surprised’ with Houston’s offensive performance so far

Head coach Kelvin Sampson said he was a “a little bit surprised” by the Cougars’ offensive stats so far this season, particularly Houston’s 86 points per game average and nearly 50 percent shooting. | Kathryn Lenihan/The CougarThe Cougars are 3-2 to start the season, with their two losses coming against solid opponents, and while it is still early and the team has yet to craft a consistent identity, one of their strengths has been on the offensive side of the ball.

Houston is averaging 86 points a game, which is No. 8 in the nation.

“You know, I am a little bit surprised in our offensive stats,” said head coach Kelvin Sampson. “I mean, we’re averaging 86 points a game. We’re shooting almost…