Devlin Fieldhouse Showdown: SMU Mustangs Narrowly Edged by Tulane in Women's Basketball

In a closely contested game at Devlin Fieldhouse, the Southern Methodist University Mustangs faced off against the Tulane Green Wave, with both teams fighting hard on the court. The final score stood at 50-52, reflecting a narrow defeat for the Mustangs. The Southern Methodist University team now holds a record of 0-1, while Tulane's record is 1-0.

The game started with an intense first quarter as the Green Wave took an early lead with 18 points to the Mustangs' 14. Both teams ramped up their defense in the second quarter, each adding only eight points to their tallies. After halftime, however, it was evident that the Mustangs were determined to turn things around. They came out strong and dominated the third quarter by putting up an impressive 21 points against Tulane's 15.

Despite this remarkable effort in the third quarter which showcased their potential to take control of the game, it was not enough for SMU to secure victory. In what turned out to be a decisive fourth quarter, they could only manage seven additional points compared to Tulane's eleven.

The standout players from Southern Methodist University demonstrated commendable performances throughout this challenging match-up. Their efforts were particularly notable during that third-quarter surge which briefly gave fans hope for a comeback win.

Looking ahead after this tough loss on enemy territory in New Orleans, Louisiana; fans of Southern Methodist University will be eager to see how their team responds in their next encounter. The upcoming game for SMU is set against South Florida Bulls at Yuengling Center located in Tampa, Florida on February 18th at 4:30 PM Eastern Time (3:30 PM Central Time). This match will be available for viewing on ESPN+, allowing supporters who cannot make it to Florida an opportunity to watch and support their team from afar.