[2][3] Sasser committed to playing college basketball for Houston over offers from Colorado State, SMU and UTEP.

[4] After struggling at first, Sasser joined Houston's starting lineup in the second half of his freshman season.

[8] In his sophomore season debut on November 25, Sasser scored 25 points, making seven three-pointers, in an 89–45 victory over Lamar.

[10] As a sophomore, Sasser averaged 13.7 points and 2.6 rebounds per game, helping Houston reach the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament.

His uncles, Jeryl and Jason, were All-American college players and played in the National Basketball Association (NBA).