Blazers Blaze Past Green Wave at Devlin Fieldhouse, Secure Commanding Victory

In a display of offensive efficiency and teamwork, the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers outplayed the Tulane Green Wave with a final score of 78-67. The Blazers' season record now stands impressively at 1-0, while the Green Wave falls to 0-1.

The game unfolded at Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans, where fans witnessed the Blazers' dominance on both ends of the court. The team's shooting was particularly effective; they hit an impressive 54 percent from the field and an exceptional 66 percent on two-point attempts. Their free throw performance was solid as well, with a success rate of 72 percent.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham showcased their ability to control the paint, scoring a remarkable 44 points in that area. They also capitalized on turnovers, adding another significant tally to their score with 17 points off turnovers. The Blazers were not just about offense though; they demonstrated strong defensive skills by collecting seven steals and blocking five shots from their opponents.

Rebounding was another area where UAB excelled. They pulled down a total of 39 rebounds—29 defensive and nine offensive—giving them multiple second-chance opportunities which they converted into an additional 14 points for their side.

Playmaking was key for UAB as well; they dished out an impressive total of 21 assists which speaks volumes about their team chemistry and unselfish play style. This facilitated ball movement allowed them to maintain an assists turnover ratio of approximately two (1.62), reflecting efficient ball handling against Tulane's defense.

On the other side, despite being outperformed overall, Tulane had moments worth noting as well—they matched UAB's seven steals and managed to put up fast break points totaling eleven compared to UAB's two. Their three-point shooting hovered around forty percent but wasn't enough to counteract UAB’s robust inside game or overcome their deficit in rebounds where they only managed twenty-four compared to UAB’s thirty-nine.

As for upcoming games, fans can look forward to seeing if UAB can continue its winning ways when they host Wichita State Shockers at Bartow Arena in Birmingham on February twenty-eighth at seven o'clock PM Central Time Zone (CT). This match will be available for viewing online via ESPN+.