Clash at Donald W. Reynolds Center: Tulsa Golden Hurricane to Host Memphis Tigers in Men's Basketball Showdown
As the Tulsa Golden Hurricane prepare to welcome the Memphis Tigers to the Donald W. Reynolds Center for an exciting game of men's basketball, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent success on home turf.
The Golden Hurricane have been riding a wave of momentum, with a string of victories that have showcased their resilience and ability to close out games. In their last three outings at the Reynolds Center, they've demonstrated a balanced attack and strong defensive efforts that have propelled them past their opponents.
Against New Mexico State Aggies, Tulsa secured a 65-59 victory, showing off an impressive free throw percentage of nearly 90 percent and capitalizing on turnovers with 13 points off them. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was over one, indicating smart ball handling and teamwork.
Their performance against Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils was even more dominant as they cruised to a 79-50 win. The team's field goal percentage soared above 60 percent while they wreaked havoc defensively with 13 steals leading to an outstanding 31 points off turnovers.
The most nail-biting encounter came against Missouri State Bears where Tulsa eked out a one-point victory, winning 73-72. They shot efficiently from both two-point range (57 percent) and from the charity stripe (82 percent), which proved crucial in such a tight contest.
As we look ahead to the match-up with Memphis Tigers at the Donald W. Reynolds Center—a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere that often acts as an extra player for the home side—Tulsa will aim to leverage this home-court advantage once again.
Fans should expect another thrilling game as Tulsa looks to extend their winning streak by relying on their solid defense, efficient scoring from inside and outside arcs, and continued excellence from free throw line which has been pivotal in close games.
Mark your calendars for January 5th at midnight CST when these two teams face off in what promises to be an enthralling battle on ESPN+. Whether you're cheering from the stands or watching from home, this is one game you won't want to miss!