Terence Dill’s Houston Red Storm kicked off its American Basketball Association (ABA) 2025-2026 campaign on a dominant note, defeating the Missouri Capitals 116-105 on the road. The victory was secured by an explosive performance from the backcourt, elite ball movement, and stifling defense.
The game was highlighted by a phenomenal all-around effort from forward Tre Drye, who secured the team’s first triple-double of the season with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists. Guard Dylan Spriggins led all scorers, pouring in a game-high 31 points in the winning effort.
The Red Storm set a blistering pace early, demonstrating excellent chemistry with 10 assists in the first quarter alone, leading to a 26-20 advantage. Houston continued its strong offensive surge through the first half, taking a commanding 52-44 lead into the break and never looking back. While the Capitals mounted a late comeback effort, utilizing a 10-point run to close a 68-53 deficit, the Red Storm successfully managed the margin for the victory.
Head Coach Dill credited the win to the team’s unselfish play and defensive intensity.
“To open the season on the road with a complete performance like that is huge,” said Coach Dill. “Tre Drye’s ability to impact every area of the game was the difference, and Dylan Spriggins was clinical on offense. Our ball movement was phenomenal—48 assists is an incredible number and shows our commitment to playing team basketball.”
The Red Storm’s efficiency was evident inside the arc, where they shot 42-69 on two-point attempts. The team finished with a staggering 48 assists, led by guard Cam Moore who dished out 13 assists. They also controlled the paint, outrebounding the Capitals with 47 total rebounds and playing tough defense, registering five blocks and eight steals.
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