Tulane Green Wave Set to Surge Against Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Devlin Fieldhouse

As the Tulane Green Wave prepare to host the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at Devlin Fieldhouse, fans are eager for a turnaround after a string of challenging games. The upcoming clash on March 5th is not just another game; it's an opportunity for the Green Wave to showcase their resilience and strategic prowess.

In their last encounter with the Memphis Tigers on February 24th, Tulane fell short, scoring 44 points against Memphis's 54. Despite this loss, there were glimmers of hope in their performance. The team demonstrated defensive tenacity with five blocks and eight steals but struggled offensively with a field goal percentage of only 36 percent and a three-point percentage of 28 percent. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at 0.44, indicating room for improvement in ball handling and playmaking.

Earlier in the season on February 20th against Temple Owls, TULN faced similar challenges during an away game at Liacouras Center. They managed to put up a fight by scoring more consistently across all quarters compared to their latest game but ultimately succumbed with a final score of 52-69. One notable aspect was their free throw accuracy which remained perfect throughout the game.

The most recent home game for TULN against SMU Mustangs on February 15th saw them putting up a commendable effort despite falling short by ten points (53-63). Their defense was aggressive as evidenced by twelve steals and four blocks while maintaining an assists turnover ratio of exactly one.

Looking ahead to facing TLSA, it's clear that TULN needs to focus on offensive consistency while maintaining their defensive efforts. The Green Wave must capitalize on home-court advantage and harness energy from New Orleans fans who will undoubtedly fill Devlin Fieldhouse with support.

With strategic adjustments focusing on reducing turnovers and improving shot selection, Tulane can turn the tide in this matchup. It’s imperative that they leverage high-percentage shots within the paint where they've shown efficiency previously while also tightening up perimeter defense against TLSA's potential outside threats.

The stage is set for March 5th at Devlin Fieldhouse where tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM local time (CT). Fans can catch all the action live as TULN aims to make waves and secure victory over Tulsa Golden Hurricane in what promises to be an enthralling encounter right here in New Orleans.