Tulsa Golden Hurricane Set to Face Rice Owls at Tudor Fieldhouse
As the Tulsa Golden Hurricane prepare to take on the Rice Owls at Tudor Fieldhouse, fans can expect an exciting clash in Houston. The Golden Hurricane have been showing a promising trend in their recent performances, with a string of victories that highlight their resilience and ability to close out games.
In their last outing against the Aggies, Tulsa secured a win with a six-point margin, finishing strong with 65 points against the Aggies' 59. This victory was marked by an impressive defensive effort, limiting their opponents to under 40 percent shooting from the field and just under 15 percent from beyond the arc. The team's offensive execution was also notable; they capitalized on free-throw opportunities by shooting an exceptional 89 percent from the line.
The game prior saw Tulsa dominate Mississippi Valley State's Delta Devils with a commanding score of 79-50. Their offensive efficiency was on full display as they shot over 60 percent from both field goals and two-point range while converting more than half of their three-point attempts. Moreover, Tulsa's defense forced numerous turnovers leading to fast-break opportunities that resulted in high-percentage shots.
Against Missouri State Bears, it was another closely contested match where Tulsa edged out with one point lead for a final score of 73-72. Their two-point field goal percentage stood out at over 57 percent along with maintaining solid free throw performance at approximately 82 percent accuracy.
These past performances suggest that Tulsa is finding its rhythm both offensively and defensively as they head into Tudor Fieldhouse—a venue known for its energetic atmosphere which could influence momentum swings during gameplay.
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPNU channel number 208 when these teams face off on January 28th at midnight Central Time (01:00 AM Eastern Time). With recent trends indicating strong finishes and efficient scoring runs by Tulsa Golden Hurricane, this upcoming game promises to be another thrilling encounter in men's college basketball.